Stephen Curry has signed a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension with the Golden State Warriors, ensuring his stay with the team until the end of the 2026-27 NBA season. As Curry continues to solidify his legacy, he remains focused on winning and adapting to the evolving landscape of the league.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have emerged as strong contenders for Lauri Markkanen, making significant progress in trade talks with the Utah Jazz. This bold move positions the Thunder as serious championship contenders, with a potential starting lineup featuring Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Alex Caruso, Lauri Markkanen, Chet Holmgren, and Isaiah Hartenstein.
Six weeks ago, the 13-year relationship between Klay Thompson and the Warriors came to a quiet close on this iconic golf course. Team owner Joe Lacob invited Thompson to play golf as a gesture of respect, hoping to mend their fragile relationship and convince him of his ongoing importance to the team, despite stalled contract negotiations.
This summer, the Lakers and the Warriors have been the most watched teams in the trade market. The Warriors needed to address the departure of Thompson, while the Lakers had to handle LeBron James' contract extension and continue to strengthen their roster. With free agency now open for about a week, the results for these two teams could not be more different.