Warriors Let Curry Choose Extension; Jackson Trade Attempt Revealed
The Golden State Warriors are reportedly giving Stephen Curry a menu of contract extension options rather than negotiating directly. ESPN's Anthony Slater also revealed that the Warriors attempted to trade for Jaren Jackson Jr. before he was sent to the Utah Jazz. Curry, who is entering the final year of his contract, has expressed a desire to finish his career in Golden State.
The menu-style approach gives Curry three paths: a one-year max, a two-year max, or delaying his decision entirely. He became eligible for the new terms on Saturday, with his current deal paying a league-leading $62.6 million for the 2026-27 season. Curry has publicly stated his desire to remain with the franchise for the rest of his career.
Slater also disclosed that Golden State explored acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr. before Memphis shipped him to Utah. That failed pursuit fits a broader pattern of the Warriors missing on star additions in recent years. With the roster largely unchanged, the team faces long odds in a deep Western Conference.
How the Warriors handle Curry's extension could influence how aging superstars negotiate final contracts across the league. Bay Area fans may feel uncertainty about the franchise's direction, while the team's inability to add a second star could accelerate a rebuilding timeline. The outcome may also shape how other organizations approach loyalty-driven negotiations with veteran icons nearing retirement