Curry Dismisses Retirement Chatter, Focused on Competing

Warriors superstar says he's 'enjoying the journey' and not thinking about the end anytime soon.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry, a 12-time All-Star and four-time NBA champion, dismissed retirement chatter, saying he's not 'putting too much pressure on that' and is focused on continuing to compete at a high level. The 37-year-old 3-point specialist has shown no signs of slowing down, averaging 27.2 points per game this season, though he's dealt with some minor injuries.

Why it matters

Curry is considered one of the greatest NBA players of all time, and his continued excellence is crucial for the Warriors as they look to remain a contender in the Western Conference. His comments on retirement will be closely watched by fans and the media as he enters the twilight of his storied career.

The details

Curry told People Magazine that he's 'not really putting too much pressure on' the question of retirement, saying 'Thinking about the end robs you of the now.' He has missed some recent games due to soreness in his right knee, but has still averaged 27.2 points per game on strong shooting splits of 46.8/39.1/93.1. The Warriors currently sit eighth in the West, putting them in position for a play-in tournament game.

  • Curry just recently missed the All-Star Game and the two previous games for the Warriors as he nurses soreness in his right knee.
  • Curry signed a one-year, $62.59 million veteran contract extension with Golden State through the 2026-27 season.

The players

Stephen Curry

A 12-time NBA All-Star, four-time NBA champion, and two-time league MVP, Curry is considered one of the greatest players in NBA history and the league's all-time leader in 3-point shots made.

Damian Lillard

The winner of the 2027 NBA 3-Point Contest, Lillard has requested that Curry participate in the event the following year.

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What they’re saying

“Thinking about the end robs you of the now. I'm enjoying the journey of competing and all the work that goes into it. Hopefully that carries me a long way.”

— Stephen Curry (People Magazine)

What’s next

Curry has already agreed to participate in the NBA 3-Point Contest during the 2027 NBA All-Star Weekend in Phoenix following a request from this year's 3-point contest winner Damian Lillard.

The takeaway

Despite some minor injury concerns, Curry remains committed to continuing his legendary NBA career, focused on the present and not dwelling on retirement. As long as he can stay healthy, the future Hall of Famer appears poised to cement his legacy as one of the all-time greats.