Warriors' Future Sparks Curry's Enthusiasm despite Playoff Termination
Goldening State Warriors' superstar Steph Curry has been left pondering their future after another heartbreaking post-season exit, but he's determined to give it one last shot at the championship.
The Warriors fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference semi-final, with a 121-110 loss securing the Timberwolves' 4-1 win. Curry, 37, suffered a hamstring injury in Game 1 and was forced to watch on from the sidelines.
With a squad whose core members are all in their 30s, Curry is adamant that they can still reach the summit again. He points to their strong performance in the latter stages of the regular season, including their victorious series against second seeds Houston, as proof that they have what it takes.
"Our last two months have made me think that we can still reclaim the top spot," Curry said. "We managed to reach a high level of basketball and fought hard in the Houston series. That's got to be good for a Championship shot, right?"
Curry is hoping for a break this summer to recharge and refocus, especially after a grueling 12 months that saw him compete in last year's Olympics in Paris.
"I've got no Olympics on this year's schedule," Curry said. "It's all about rest, getting away from the game for a while, and then rebuilding for what's to come. I'm really looking forward to it."
Curry, Draymond Green, and coach Steve Kerr all have contracts that will keep them with the Warriors for at least two more years. This group, including the recent addition of Jimmy Butler from Miami, sees the potential for another great run.
Curry was effusive in his praise for Butler, stating that their on-court partnership was seamless and that Butler gave them belief that they could conquer any team on any given night.
"Me and Jimmy complement one another so well," Curry said. "Jimmy has given us the confidence to take on anyone and make that playoff push. I'm excited about the future with Jimmy in the picture."
So, while the Warriors' 2022-2023 season has come to a disappointing end, Curry and the team are already looking forward to rebuilding for another shot at the title. They're hopeful that they can make the necessary adjustments to become a force to be reckoned with once again.
"Curry believes the Warriors, who recently added Jimmy Butler, can still reach the NBA summit again, citing their strong performance in the latter stages of the regular season and their on-court partnership as reasons for optimism."
"Determined to give it one last shot at the championship, Curry plans to recharge and refocus during the summer, with the Warriors' core members, including Green and Kerr, under contract for at least two more years."
