The Golden State Warriors have gone through a tough stretch during this part of the season as injuries have plagued them. One significant injury is Stephen Curry, who has missed time since the All-Star break due to a knee problem.
Curry has suffered a few more injuries than usual recently, and some will think that is a sign that someone is close to retiring from the game. As far as the Warriors star is concerned, he isn't even thinking about leaving anytime soon. He was recently asked when he'd know it was time to hang up the jersey.
“I think your body comes first,” Curry said, via The Athletic. "What it takes to prepare for a game is very different now than it was a decade ago... All the work is worth it because I get to go out there and jump at the highest level. The competition, the camaraderie, chasing something that matters – that's still what drives me to keep going. And I don't think it's going to stop anytime soon."
Steph Curry says he's not planning to retire anytime soon, though his body will ultimately decide
"I think your body comes first. What it takes to get ready for a game is very different now than it was a decade ago... All the work is worth it because I get to go out... pic.twitter.com/T9EUYiMp5i
- ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 16 March 2026
There's no doubt that Curry still loves the game of basketball, and he's still giving it his all. Plus, the way he was playing before the injury should tell the whole story: Curry has a lot left in the tank.
Warriors fans should be excited that Curry doesn't have retirement in mind, and basketball fans should feel the same. One of the best point guards to play the game, it will be a sad day when he decides to call it quits.
The only thing is that the Warriors need to get him back on the court as soon as possible to have a chance to make the playoffs. The Warriors are believed to be evaluated over the weekend, and he could make a return sometime next week.
