Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry downplayed the recent fines imposed by the NBA on the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers for tanking during All-Star Media Day. After Warriors veteran Draymond Green called out Adam Silver for the NBA's new All-Star Game format, Curry responded to the interesting topic of teams improving their chances of getting a good draft pick by keeping their best players on the bench.
Curry questions the seriousness of NBA tanking issue During his media availability on Saturday.
"Is it really that big of a problem? I'm asking. We think there's obviously a lot of competition," Curry said. "This is something I'm sure the NBA wants to discuss every year: Why does the play-in tournament exist. Things evolve, problems arise, and everyone wants to shine a light on all the negatives of the league. But let's focus on the positives of how great the competition at the top is. The season-wise relevance of seeding and the playoff chase is still there.
"I know there's a conversation going on about how many games we're playing. That's probably where I would focus more. Let's not forget that the league is in a very good place in terms of attention, skill level, global reach, all of these things. Every year you'll address issues. I don't have those answers though," Curry concluded.
Steph Curry was asked what he thinks the NBA should do to reduce tanking:
"Is it really that big of a problem? I'm asking. We think there's obviously too much competition. I'm sure the NBA wants to look at why the play-in tournament exists every year. Things... pic.twitter.com/tMVMb1VaNK
- Ellie ✶ (@jinttherty) 14 February 2026
For Curry, the 82-game regular season should also be a topic of conversation. Perhaps shortening the game by 82 games or adding a week or two to the season would help given how challenging the NBA regular season can be, as Stephen Curry said.
Adam Silver addresses the tanking of NBA teams
Without any specific thoughts to disclose, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver confirmed that tanking is an issue in the league, which will be addressed in addition to the league's recent fine. silver dealt with the topic During his availability at the media day.
"Every possible measure is now being discussed to stop this behavior," Silver replied.
“Every possible measure is now being discussed to stop this behaviour.”
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on the possibility of stripping teams of draft picks instead of issuing fines 🗣️pic.twitter.com/q9f45Xj0rd
- ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 14 February 2026
The NBA may announce new penalties in the near future for teams that sit their best players.
