Stephen Curry Addresses Retirement Rumors After Warriors' Playoff Exit

The Warriors' star player leaves the door open for more seasons, but uncertainty looms over his future.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:03pm

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Stephen Curry was directly asked about his retirement plans following the Golden State Warriors' heartbreaking loss to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Play-In Tournament. While Curry didn't shut the door on retirement, he stated that he plans to play 'multiple' more years in the league, though no extension discussions have happened yet with the Warriors. The loss capped off a turbulent 37-45 season for the Warriors, raising questions about Curry's long-term future with the franchise.

Why it matters

Curry is the face of the Warriors franchise and one of the NBA's biggest stars. His potential retirement would have major implications for the team's future and the league as a whole. The uncertainty around his plans comes at a pivotal offseason for the Warriors as they look to rebound from a disappointing season and build a contender around their superstar.

The details

The Warriors' season came to an end with a 111-96 loss to the Phoenix Suns in the Play-In Tournament. Curry struggled, scoring just 17 points on 4-of-16 shooting, as the Suns built an early lead and controlled the tempo for most of the game. Despite the Warriors cutting the deficit at times, they couldn't sustain any momentum, and the Suns responded with timely runs to seal the victory.

  • The Warriors' season officially ended on April 18, 2026 with the loss to the Suns.
  • Curry was directly asked about his retirement plans after the game.

The players

Stephen Curry

The star point guard and face of the Golden State Warriors franchise.

Phoenix Suns

The NBA team that defeated the Warriors in the Play-In Tournament, eliminating them from the postseason.

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What they’re saying

“Multiple for sure. None of those conversations [on an extension] have happened, so it'll be a busy summer for the Warriors.”

— Stephen Curry

What’s next

The Warriors will have a pivotal offseason ahead, with Curry's future a key focus as they look to rebound from a disappointing season and build a contender around their superstar.

The takeaway

Curry's comments leave the door open for him to continue playing, but the lack of extension discussions and the Warriors' struggles this season have created uncertainty around his long-term future with the franchise. The team's ability to reload and surround Curry with a competitive roster will be crucial in determining whether he sees himself finishing his career in Golden State.