Current Salary and Total Value
Steph Curry's current NBA contract with the Golden State Warriors is a four-year extension signed in 2021, with a total value of approximately $215 million, making it one of the largest supermax deals in league history. The deal runs through the 2025-26 season and includes a player option for the final year, giving Curry control over his next move. His base salary for the 2024-25 campaign is reported at roughly $55.8 million, which places him among the highest-paid players on a per-year basis. This contract structure is designed around the NBA's designated veteran extension rules, allowing the Warriors to exceed the salary cap to retain their star guard. Additional details on NBA salary cap rules and max contracts are available on the official NBA salary cap overview page. Curry's annual compensation continues to set the benchmark for guard earnings in the league.
Contract Structure and Incentives
The Curry deal is structured as a guaranteed maximum contract, with nearly all salary fully guaranteed, including injury protections and a no-trade clause that limits the Warriors' flexibility. His annual salary rises each season under the deal, with the final guaranteed year offering the highest base pay. The contract also includes standard NBA incentive pools for All-NBA and All-Defensive team selections, though the primary earnings are driven by the base salary. Luxury tax implications for the Warriors are significant, as the team routinely pays a massive apron tax to keep Curry on the roster. A breakdown of NBA luxury tax rules and salary apron thresholds can be found on the official NBA CBA summary page. Curry's per-year earnings also benefit from his global brand and off-court endorsement portfolio.
Endorsements and Off-Court Earnings
Beyond his salary, Curry's total annual compensation is boosted by a long-term partnership with Under Armour, where he serves as the face of the Curry Brand, which has grown into a major subsidiary of the company. He also holds lucrative deals with companies such as Rakuten, JPMorgan Chase, and Panini, which add several million dollars to his yearly earnings. His off-court income has consistently ranked him among the top-earning athletes in the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes, which tracks salary and endorsements combined. Curry's marketability is tied to his on-court performance, his media presence, and his role as a family-oriented brand ambassador. The most recent Forbes highest-paid athletes list provides a detailed breakdown of his total earnings, including salary and endorsements. His per-year earnings reflect both his NBA contract and his expanding business empire.