{
  "id": 10807555,
  "title": "Stephen Curry is about to become the NBA’s first $600 million player",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/stephen-curry-is-about-to-become-the-nbas-first-600-million-player",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-29T23:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/stephen-curry-become-nba-first-233000031.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Stephen Curry is on the verge of becoming the NBA's first player to earn over $600 million in career earnings. The Golden State Warriors forward has signed a new two-year contract extension worth $116 million, according to reports from ESPN and other outlets. The agreement includes a player option for the 2028-29 season, potentially keeping Curry in Golden State through his 20th NBA season.\n\nWhile the financial milestone is significant, it is part of a larger story. Curry opted for a contract worth slightly less than the maximum available, providing the Warriors with greater flexibility under the salary cap while committing to finish his career with the franchise. This decision underscores Curry's dedication to the team, which has been his home since being selected seventh overall in the 2009 NBA Draft.\n\nThe new deal pushes Curry's projected on-court earnings to approximately $652 million, making him the first player in NBA history to cross the $600 million threshold. His previous career milestone of reaching 4,000 career three-pointers further distinguishes his shooting record from the rest of the league.\n\nDespite the substantial figure, Curry could have earned more under the maximum contract option. His choice to accept less money aims to give the Warriors increased financial flexibility as they navigate the final stages of his career. The contract extension is a testament to Curry's commitment to Golden State, where he has spent over 17 years and won four championships, two regular-season MVP awards, and one Finals MVP.\n\nEntering his 18th NBA season, Curry has averaged 26.6 points and 4.7 assists per game in the 2025-26 season. Although he was limited to 43 games last year due to injuries, his shooting efficiency remained exceptional when he was on the court. His career numbers place him among the most accomplished players of his generation, with the newest addition being his career earnings milestone.",
  "summary": "Stephen Curry’s $116M Warriors extension is projected to make him the NBA’s first $600M on-court earner while preserving team flexibility.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}