“We’ve Still Got Fuel in the Tank”: Stephen Curry Says Retirement is Not on the Horizon
Despite the shock defeat of the Golden State Warriors at the hands of James Harden’s Los Angeles Clippers, Stephen Curry insists he is far from hanging up his sneakers.
The match may have concerning results on the scoreboard, but the camaraderie shared between Curry and Harden—two elite guards from the storied 2009 draft class—signaled that there’s plenty of fuel left in their respective tanks this season.
Curry, who showcased his revitalized skills in Paris, and Harden, now occupying a pivotal position in the league, are proving to be formidable adversaries.
Before the game, Curry and Harden reveled in the moment,
Before the game, Curry and Harden reveled in the moment, celebrating Harden’s remarkable ascent to second place on the All-Time 3-Point leaderboard, surpassing legends like Ray Allen.
Both players shared an embrace before the matchup, with Curry posting on Instagram, “Not bad for 2 kids from ’09 draft! Congrats @jharden13.” Reflecting on Harden’s achievement, Curry remarked, “It’s special for sure… He’s had an unbelievable run. We’ve had our share of battles.
The fact that he’s now second on the list, in front of two greats we both respect, it’s pretty special.”
In a nod to their futures, Curry hinted at the prospect of retirement, stating, “We’ll see how far we both can push it. I know we got a lot left in the tank.” With a keen desire for his fifth championship ring, Curry remains focused, though the Warriors’ recent struggles cast shadows on that ambition.
In their third face-off of the season—having previously met
In their third face-off of the season—having previously met during preseason and twice in the regular season—the two icons shared light moments, including a laugh during practice when Harden playfully chanted “Curry” as he walked into the tunnel.
Curry’s enthusiasm for their partnership is palpable, as he shared an Instagram picture of the duo, captioning it, “16 years on ’em!! @jharden13,” marking their 16th season in the league together.
On the court, Curry is relentless in his quest for a fifth championship, with the Warriors currently boasting a solid 10-3 record in the West. Meanwhile, the Clippers, with a record of 8-7, have proven to be formidable contenders, recently outclassing the Warriors even without Kawhi Leonard’s presence.
The Clippers are certainly a team to keep an eye on as the season progresses.
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