Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective How Steph Curry Can Decide The Warriors' Future + Major Questions For Pistons & FIBA Qualifiers
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Sep 1, 2026 
Anthony Slater, ESPN’s Warriors insider, and Tim MacMahon, an NBA reporter covering the West, examine how Steph Curry’s next contract could shape Golden State’s roster and championship plans. They explore Jalen Duren’s high-stakes restricted free agency in Detroit, then spotlight thrilling FIBA qualifiers featuring Wembanyama, Jokic, Schröder, Hachimura and more.
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Curry’s Knee Makes The Final Contract More Complicated
- Curry’s decision must account for his age-38 physical outlook, not just his historic production or salary value.
- A knee issue limited him to 43 games and introduced a “new normal” that could affect his movement-based game.
Curry Can Wait Without Sacrificing His Max
- Curry could delay committing to a discount while allowing Golden State to explore roster upgrades.
- Trust between the franchise and its stars means he could retain the option to request the full max later.
Duren’s All-NBA Honors Created A Contract Standoff
- Jalen Duren’s All-NBA selection made him eligible for a 30% max, yet Detroit’s offer reportedly sits below even the standard 25% max.
- That gap explains why negotiations remain unusually tense for a young All-Star coming off a 60-win season.