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Warriors Coach and Stars Hint at Simultaneous Retirement
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Core Event: Possible Joint Exit of Steve Kerr, Stephen Curry and Draymond Green
In a recent interview with Logan Murdock of *The Ringer*, head coach Steve Kerr suggested that the three central figures of the Golden State Warriors—Kerr, point guard Stephen Curry and forward Draymond Green—could “leave around the same time.” The comment follows Kerr’s two-year contract extension and comes as Curry and Green approach the latter stages of their NBA careers.
Background & Context
Kerr, Curry and Green have been linked for 12 years, sharing four championships and a reputation for sustained success. Kerr turned 61 years old in September and signed a two-year extension that keeps him through the 2025-26 season. Curry, now 36, re-signed a two-year, $116 million deal with a player option for 2028-29. Green, the youngest at 36, will become an unrestricted free agent after the upcoming offseason. The trio’s longevity is unusual in a league where roster turnover is common; even longtime teammate Klay Thompson was traded in July 2024.
Data & Statistics
- Steve Kerr – age 61; two-year extension signed in May 2024.
- Stephen Curry – age 36; two-year, $116 million contract signed September 2024, player option through 2028-29.
- Draymond Green – age 36 (turning 37 in March 2025); unrestricted free agency after the next offseason.
- Warriors’ recent performance: two second-round playoff exits and two missed postseasons since the 2022 Finals win.
Official Statements & Responses
He added that the NBA’s volatility makes outcomes uncertain.
He did not provide a specific timeline.
Green, in comments reported by *Sporting News*, expressed a desire to keep playing: “I would love to play basketball next year…if that’s not here, I’m not going to retire.” He also noted uncertainty about how many years remain, emphasizing gratitude for his career.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I'm well aware that the NBA's crazy,” — Steve Kerr
- “I would love to play basketball next year…if that’s not here, I’m not going to retire,” — Draymond Green
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Retirement timing: Kerr’s remarks are speculative, Curry’s comments are personal reflections without a date, and Green’s statement indicates willingness to play “next year” but no firm commitment. No source provides a definitive retirement schedule for any of the three.
- Future roster moves: While rumors link the Warriors to trade targets such as Anthony Davis and Trey Murphy, no official trade discussions have been confirmed, leaving the impact of potential departures on the trio’s decisions unclear.
What’s Next
The Warriors will open the 2026-27 regular season against the Los Angeles Lakers. Kerr’s contract runs through that season, and Curry’s player option could extend his tenure to 2028-29. Green’s free-agency status will be resolved in the offseason following the 2025-26 campaign. The trio’s eventual decisions will shape the franchise’s direction beyond the current window.