The Golden State Warriors have had something to look forward to this offseason, even after a disappointing free agency period in which they failed to land some of the league’s biggest stars. They were linked to LeBron James and Anthony Davis but ultimately came up short in their pursuit of both players.
However, the team still needed to secure a few more years with Steph Curry. Just before training camp, both sides reached an agreement on a contract extension.
“Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has agreed to a two-year, $116 million contract extension, tying the franchise legend to the only organization he has ever known through his 20th NBA season, league sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Friday. The deal includes a player option in the final season (2028-29), according to sources,” ESPN’s Anthony Slater wrote.
Curry wasn’t the only Warriors player to sign an extension before the season begins. Brandin Podziemski secured a new deal as well.
“The Golden State Warriors and starting guard Brandin Podziemski have agreed to a five-year, $110 million contract extension, his agent Bill Duffy told ESPN’s Shams Charania, avoiding restricted free agency next summer. The fully guaranteed deal includes a mutual option in the final season (2031-32) and a trade kicker. The unique mutual option allows either side to opt in, but not opt out, of the final season of the deal, allowing both sides to reopen potential extension conversations that offseason,” Slater wrote.
Following Golden State’s preseason game on Saturday, Podziemski made it clear just how grateful he is for his new contract.
“I’m grateful for this organization taking a leap with faith in me and wanting me here for the future,” Podziemski said.
The young guard has played well for the Warriors during his first few years in the league and has become a valuable complement to Curry. Podziemski is grateful for everything he has accomplished with Golden State so far.
The Warriors face questions about their ability to return to the playoffs, and Podziemski will be expected to help them get there. With his new contract secured, he knows Golden State is home.
