Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry has officially surpassed $500 million in career earnings, cementing his place among the highest-paid athletes in NBA history. This milestone comes after his most recent contract extension, a one-year, $62.6 million deal signed in September 2024, which keeps him with the Warriors through the 2026-27 season.
Curry now joins an exclusive group of NBA legends who have crossed the half-billion mark in total career earnings, a list that includes LeBron James and Kevin Durant. His financial success is a testament to his dominance on the court and his marketability off of it.
A Legacy of Excellence and Record-Breaking Deals
Curry’s journey to this financial milestone began in 2009 when he was drafted by the Warriors as the seventh overall pick. While his rookie contract was modest by today’s standards, his transformative impact on the game soon led to record-setting deals.
In 2017, Curry signed a five-year, $201 million contract—the richest deal in NBA history at the time. This contract helped reshape the landscape for future superstars seeking max deals. He followed it up with a four-year, $215 million extension in 2021, which set him on course to surpass $500 million in earnings.
His latest one-year extension in 2024, worth $62.6 million, is the highest annual salary in NBA history, reflecting both his elite performance and his unparalleled value to the Warriors.
Beyond Basketball: Curry’s Expanding Business Empire
While Curry’s NBA contracts have been lucrative, his off-court ventures have been just as significant. His long-term partnership with Under Armour—reportedly worth over $1 billion—has established him as one of the most marketable athletes in the world. Additionally, he has secured major endorsements with brands like State Farm, Chase, and Callaway Golf, further boosting his financial standing.
Curry has also made strategic investments in media and technology, launching his own production company, Unanimous Media, which focuses on sports, culture, and family entertainment. His ventures extend into the beverage industry, golf, and philanthropy, solidifying his status as a business mogul beyond basketball.
With multiple NBA championships, MVP titles, and now a half-billion-dollar career earnings milestone, Curry has little left to prove. However, his hunger for more titles remains, as he continues to lead the Warriors in pursuit of another championship. Whether on or off the court, Curry’s influence and financial success show no signs of
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