Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry believes the team must position itself better early in the season to avoid another late push for playoff contention.
Speaking with Mark Medina of EssentiallySports following an intense solo workout at USC’s Galen Center, Curry stressed the importance of consistency and health as the Warriors prepare for the 2025–26 campaign. “Ideally, we’re not chasing a playoff spot for the last 30 games like we were last year,” he said, reflecting on Golden State’s roller-coaster finish to the previous season.
The 37-year-old guard, who sat out the team’s recent exhibition for maintenance, arrived hours early to the Warriors’ optional practice in Los Angeles.
Curry’s extensive offseason regimen focused on injury prevention, balance, and mental recovery. After missing part of last year’s playoffs due to a hamstring strain, he has made conditioning a top priority. “Every minute that I’m out there has a purpose and an intention,” Curry told EssentiallySports. “It’s about sleep, breathing, work, and getting away from the game when I need to.”
Golden State finished seventh in the Western Conference last season after a late surge led by Curry and newly acquired All-Star Jimmy Butler. The team went 27–8 in games featuring both players, showing flashes of championship potential despite early struggles.
The Warriors expect to be more balanced this season. Alongside Curry and Butler, the roster features veterans Draymond Green, Al Horford, and Seth Curry, complemented by emerging talents Jonathan Kuminga and Brandin Podziemski. Kerr emphasized that avoiding heavy workloads for older players could be key to staying competitive through April.
Curry, who averaged 24.5 points and 6.0 assists in 70 games last season, remains under contract through 2027. He has expressed a desire to finish his career with Golden State and continue playing as long as his body allows.
