End of an NBA Era? Warriors Stars Share Emotional Farewell

Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Steve Kerr may have shared the court for the last time as the Warriors' dynasty appears to be over.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 6:10pm

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In a recent game between the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns, a touching moment was captured as Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and head coach Steve Kerr embraced on the court, potentially signaling the end of an era for the Warriors' dominant run over the past decade.

Why it matters

The Warriors' championship-winning core of Curry, Green, and Kerr have been a fixture of the NBA for years, revolutionizing the game with their style of play and winning three titles together. Their potential departure marks the closing of a chapter in the league's history that many fans will look back on fondly, despite not always liking the team.

The details

The emotional scene unfolded as the game clock wound down, with Kerr seen speaking intently to Curry and Green. While the Warriors' recent seasons have been marred by injuries and a lack of success, this moment captured the end of an era for one of the NBA's most dominant teams of the 2010s, who won three championships and set the record for most regular season wins in a season.

  • The emotional embrace occurred at the end of the Warriors' game against the Phoenix Suns on April 18, 2026.

The players

Steph Curry

The star point guard of the Golden State Warriors, known for revolutionizing the three-point shot and leading the team to three NBA championships.

Draymond Green

The versatile power forward for the Golden State Warriors, known for his defensive intensity and fiery on-court persona.

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors, who has led the team to three NBA titles and is considered one of the best coaches in the league.

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What they’re saying

“I get it. Steph was annoying the way he would chew his mouthguard and hit his stupid celebrations before the ball went in. Draymond was a scumbag who probably had as many kicked scrotums to his name as he does All-Defensive team selections. And Kerr, who is perhaps the most insufferable of them all, couldn't go more than a week without injecting his coastal elitist political leanings into a press conference for a game where grown men get paid nine-figures to throw an orange ball into a hoop.”

— Austin Perry, Author

What’s next

It remains to be seen if this was truly the last time Curry, Green, and Kerr will share an NBA court together, as the Warriors' future is uncertain. Fans and the league will likely reflect on the legacy of this dominant era in the coming months.

The takeaway

The emotional farewell between Curry, Green, and Kerr serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of sports dynasties, and how even the most dominant teams and players must eventually give way to a new generation. While their style and success may have rubbed some the wrong way, the Warriors' championship-winning core left an indelible mark on the NBA that will not soon be forgotten.