As Steph Curry navigates his 17th NBA season, one thing is clear: he’s not ready to close the book just yet. At 37 years old, the Warriors’ iconic point guard is still writing new chapters-ones that continue to redefine what greatness looks like deep into an NBA career.
And for those wondering when the curtain might fall on Curry’s time in the league? Don’t hold your breath.
“It’ll declare itself, whenever the time comes to call it quits, which I don’t think is anytime soon,” Curry said recently. “I’m not really putting too much pressure on that.”
That mindset tracks with what we’ve come to expect from Curry. He’s never been one to get caught up in the noise.
While the questions about retirement inevitably swirl around aging stars-especially those with résumés as decorated as his-Curry remains locked in on the now. And that’s not just talk.
This season, Curry became the oldest point guard in NBA history to be named an All-Star Game starter. That’s not a ceremonial nod-it’s a reflection of the impact he still has on the floor.
Even though a knee injury kept him out of the All-Star festivities at Intuit Dome, the recognition speaks volumes. It’s a testament to the level he’s still playing at, and to the respect he commands across the league.
“Every time you do something cool, it’s like, ‘Oh, you’re the oldest to do such and such,’” Curry said. “So I wear all of those things like a badge of honor, because I know how much work goes into it- to play this game that I love.”
Curry’s not just hanging on-he’s evolving. Like fellow veterans LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Russell Westbrook, he’s part of a generation that’s changing the narrative about longevity in the NBA.
These aren’t just aging stars-they’re still elite competitors. And Curry knows exactly what that means.
“It is a badge of honor to now be the oldest player doing all of these great things,” he said. “To redefine what greatness looks like at this age.”
When you look at the totality of Curry’s career-two MVPs, four championships, 12 All-Star selections, and a revolution in how the game is played-it would be easy for him to rest on legacy. But that’s not how he’s wired.
He’s still chasing something. Maybe not a specific stat or trophy, but the joy of competition, the grind of preparation, and the satisfaction of knowing he’s still got it.
“Thinking about the end robs you of the now,” Curry said. “I’m enjoying the journey of competing and all the work that goes into it. Hopefully that carries me a long way.”
That’s vintage Steph. Still sharp, still driven, and still making history-one game at a time.