Stephen Curry isn’t just the face of the Warriors—he’s their heartbeat. The skinny kid from Davidson once doubted as “too small, too fragile,” became a legend. He shattered expectations, won rings, and changed the game. But time spares no one. After 16 years in the Bay, he has experienced it all—glory, heartbreak, and watching Klay move to the Mavericks. And yet, another storm looms. What if Draymond is next?
On The TK Show, Steph shared his thoughts with Tim Kawakami on the unthinkable loss of Draymond Green. The host asked: “Could you ever imagine saying goodbye to Draymond? How tough would that one be?”
Within a blink of an eye, Curry responded: “Extremely difficult.” He further shared his emotional confession, saying: “Any type of scenario that where this ends and, you know, Klay’s not here, either one of us isn’t here. Like, I never foresaw that being a reality.” In all honesty, Stephen Curry did look like he was losing his joy of playing basketball since the Captain left. However, things are changing once again after Jimmy Butler arrived at the Dubs. Now, if he has to lose Green or if he has to leave the franchise, then he’s not ready for the farewell. Stephen can never foresee that reality.
Feb 2, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) and guard Stephen Curry (30) react during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Curry further stated the role of the franchises in the trading business, which is important for the team. However, it puts the players in a spot where separation seems inevitable. What do the players do then? He starts by acknowledging that franchises make tough decisions with lasting impacts. In that case…
“You just hope you handle it the right way with respect and dignity. And I’m not saying that’s the way it’s going, but just it would be extremely difficult to see a reality where neither one of us finished our career here. But I said the same thing about Klay, too. We have to kind of accept it. “
There is hope that Draymond Green won’t meet Klay’s fate with the Dubs. However, there’s no saying when and how things change in the NBA. But Stephen Curry has witnessed the heartbreak of the Green-Cury-Klay trio falling apart. Now, his only speck of hope is that Draymond finishes his career at the Bay just like he’s planning his end in basketball to be.
Meanwhile, another curious question pops up in our mind while talking about the Baby-Faced Assassin. And that is, what if he were to be coached by anyone other than Steve Kerr?
Amidst emotional confession, Stephen Curry clears feelings about the Warriors’ HC
Can Steph Curry imagine his relationship with Coach Kerr continuing? “Would you want another? I mean, could you imagine another coach?” Tim Kawakami asked the 36-year-old point guard.
“I couldn’t imagine it, no,” Stephen Curry boldly replied. “And our job is to make sure that doesn’t happen. Like, keep figuring out ways to be relevant in the conversation, because I know as soon as we’re not, neither one of us would kind of see it the same way.”
Dec 21, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and guard Stephen Curry (30) look on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
The mantra is simple for the veteran hooper to be relevant in the conversation. He meant staying important, influential, or competitive in discussions and eventually in the league. Surely the Warriors are in a tricky spot this season, but their drive to keep going, and maintaining a strong presence is helping the front office in keeping their faith in Steve Kerr.
Amidst the heartbreak of losing Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins, and others to either trade or retirement, Stephen Curry clings on to Draymond Green. He has a wish, and that is to see the two of them end their careers here in San Francisco with the Golden State Warriors. However, it depends on the franchise and their needs. And despite all odds, Curry can never imagine working under anyone but Coach Kerr. That’s the trust they’ve developed over the years. And that’s what has got them going for so long.
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