Newsletter
Fadeaway World
  • Fadeaway World
  • NBA News & Analysis
  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA News & Media
  • Exclusive Interviews
  • NBA 2K
Reading: Stephen Curry On If Warriors Can Contend For A Title With 3 Aging Stars
Fadeaway WorldFadeaway World
Search
  • Fadeaway World
  • NBA News & Analysis
  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA News & Media
  • Exclusive Interviews
  • NBA 2K
Follow US
Home > NBA News & Analysis > Golden State Warriors News & Analysis > Stephen Curry On If Warriors Can Contend For A Title With 3 Aging Stars

Stephen Curry On If Warriors Can Contend For A Title With 3 Aging Stars

Stephen Curry has belief in the Warriors' old core of himself, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green.

Gautam Varier
Aug 16, 2025
4 Min Read
Share

Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

The Golden State Warriors will have title aspirations once again in the 2025-26 NBA season, but there are concerns about whether their aging core can lead them to the Promised Land. Warriors superstar Stephen Curry was asked if three guys over the age of 35 can contend for a title on ABC7 News Bay Area, and he remains optimistic.

“We’re going to find out,” Curry said. “I think we can. There’s a level of know-how. I think what we did last year, those last whatever it was, three quarters or a third of the season after the trade deadline, where we were top three in the league, both offense and defense. All the metrics that show we were a really good team.

“Obviously, we have to stay healthy and get through the regular season at a high level,” Curry continued. “But I like the identity that we have and the foundation of knowing how to play together towards the end of last season that we can hopefully translate to this year. 

“I know we’re going to get that question asked a lot because [of] the age, and this is something that you haven’t really seen before, but that’s the beautiful challenge of this game,” Curry added.

It’s the run that the Warriors went on after acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat before the trade deadline that gives Curry belief. They were 25-26 when Butler made his debut and finished the season with a 48-34 record. The Warriors had an excellent 23-7 record when the veteran forward played, and looked like one of the better teams in the league with him.

The Warriors ranked seventh in offensive rating (118.4) and first in defensive rating (109.3) after the All-Star break, and that is a recipe for success. A team led by battle-tested veteran stars knows what it takes to win, but they are also at a greater risk of being struck by that injury bug.

Curry is 37 years old, while Butler and Draymond Green are 35. Of the three, two missed time in the 2025 playoffs due to injuries.

Curry, who averaged 24.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.4 blocks per game in 2024-25, suffered a hamstring strain in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He would miss the rest of the series, and that led to the Warriors losing in five games.

Butler was unable to carry the load in Curry’s absence. He appeared to still be bothered by a pelvic contusion he suffered in Game 2 of the first round against the Houston Rockets. Butler took a hard fall after he went up for a rebound and would end up missing Game 3 due to the injury.

Now, one can make the argument that these were freakish injuries. Butler was just unfortunate, while Curry had never suffered a hamstring strain in his career up to that point. You wouldn’t expect a repeat in 2026, but the injury risk, in general, just grows with each passing year for this core.

Curry also admitted that the Warriors do need more pieces to help them get to the next level. They are the only team that hasn’t made a move so far this offseason, but expect that to change once the Jonathan Kuminga situation is resolved.

You shouldn’t completely dismiss the Warriors’ chances for next season, but, at the same time, you shouldn’t back them to win it all either.

Follow on Google News

Thank you for being a valued reader of Fadeaway World. If you liked this article, please consider following us on Google News. We appreciate your support.

TAGGED:Stephen Curry
Share This Article
Facebook Email Copy Link Print
ByGautam Varier
Follow:
Gautam Varier is a staff writer and columnist for Fadeaway World from Mumbai, India. He graduated from Symbiosis International University with a Master of Business specializing in Sports Management in 2020. This educational achievement enables Gautam to apply sophisticated analytical techniques to his incisive coverage of basketball, blending business acumen with sports knowledge.Before joining Fadeaway World in 2022, Gautam honed his journalistic skills at Sportskeeda and SportsKPI, where he covered a range of sports topics with an emphasis on basketball. His passion for the sport was ignited after witnessing the high-octane offense of the Steve Nash-led Phoenix Suns. Among the Suns, Shawn Marion stood out to Gautam as an all-time underrated NBA player. Marion’s versatility as a defender and his rebounding prowess, despite being just 6’7”, impressed Gautam immensely. He admired Marion’s finishing ability at the rim and his shooting, despite an unconventional jump shot, believing that Marion’s skill set would have been even more appreciated in today’s NBA.This transformative experience not only deepened his love for basketball but also shaped his approach to sports writing, enabling him to connect with readers through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis.
Previous Article Jimmy Butler Reacts To Draymond Green Hilariously Calling Him Out Over Haywood Highsmith Trade
Next Article 10 NBA Players Most Likely To Have A 60-Point Game Next Season
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Newsletter

Stay up to date with our newsletter on the latest news, trends, ranking lists, and evergreen articles

Newsletter
Facebook X-twitter Instagram

You Might Also Like

Aug 9, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry and his wife Ayesha take in a Golden State Valkyries game against the Los Angeles Sparks at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images
Entertainment News & Gossip

Former NBA All-Star Defends Ayesha Curry After Her Viral Comments On Marriage With Warriors Star Stephen Curry

October 8, 2025
Anthony Edwards
Minnesota Timberwolves News & Analysis

Nate Robinson Explains How Anthony Edwards Is The Second Coming Of James Harden

October 8, 2025
Kawhi Leonard
Los Angeles Clippers News & Analysis

Richard Jefferson Says Players “Don’t Care” About Kawhi Leonard’s $28 Million Controversy

October 7, 2025
Oct 5, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward/guard Luka Doncic (77) watches the action from the bench during a game against the Golden State Warriors in the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
Los Angeles Lakers News & Analysis

Luka Doncic Fuels Lakers Team Bonding; Hosts Porsche Driving Experience Outing

October 7, 2025

NBA - Fadeaway World

  • Atlanta Hawks
  • Boston Celtics
  • Brooklyn Nets
  • Charlotte Hornets
  • Chicago Bulls
  • Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Dallas Mavericks
  • Denver Nuggets
  • Detroit Pistons
  • Golden State Warriors
  • Houston Rockets
  • Indiana Pacers
  • Los Angeles Clippers
  • Los Angeles Lakers
  • Memphis Grizzlies
  • Miami Heat
  • Milwaukee Bucks
  • Minnesota Timberwolves
  • New Orleans Pelicans
  • New York Knicks
  • Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Orlando Magic
  • Philadelphia 76ers
  • Phoenix Suns
  • Portland Trail Blazers
  • Sacramento Kings
  • San Antonio Spurs
  • Toronto Raptors
  • Utah Jazz
  • Washington Wizards

Pages

  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA Media
  • Exclusive NBA Interviews
  • NBA 2K News & Updates

© 2025 Fadeaway World @ All Rights Reserved

  • About Fadeaway World
  • Fadeaway World Authors
  • Editorial Team
  • Ethics Policy
  • Corrections Policy
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Fact-Checking Policy
  • Contact Us
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?