Stephen Curry’s father Dell Curry backs Warriors star’s clarity on retirement amid injury recovery

Stephen Curry is 38, and questions about the future of Stephen Curry often surface when injuries slow him down. The Golden State Warriors guard recently addressed those conversations during an interview, explaining how he views the end of his career.

The four-time NBA champion continues to compete at a high level even while dealing with health challenges during the season.The discussion gained more attention when Curry spoke alongside his father, former NBA guard Dell Curry. The veteran sharpshooter listened as his son explained the factors that would guide his eventual decision. The condition of his body will decide when the time arrives. Until that moment comes, the Warriors star plans to remain focused on the games.

Stephen Curry’s father Dell Curry comments on his son's statement on retirement

During the interview, Stephen Curry explained how he evaluates the later stage of his career. The point guard said the physical demands of the league feel different compared with earlier seasons. Recovery routines take more time. Preparation for each game requires careful planning.“I think your body is the first point of information,” Curry told The Athletic. “Just what it takes to get ready for a game is a lot different now than it was a decade ago.

When I’m out there on the court right now, I still get lost in the fun. It’s still my happy place. All the work is worth it because I get to go out there and hoop at the highest level. The competition, the camaraderie, the chasing something that matters, that still gets me going.

And I don’t see that stopping anytime soon.”Curry also reflected on the conditioning habits he developed earlier in his career. Movement and stamina became priorities while shaping his style of play.“I had that perspective that I had to be the most well-conditioned. Even if I didn’t really know how to maximize at the time, it was always kind of a thought and there was a priority to it,” Curry said.“So it’s one of my favorite compliments that I get in the middle of a game. Somebody guard me at a free-throw dead-ball or something. We stand next to each other come and be like, ‘Yo, stop moving so much.'”Dell Curry offered a brief perspective from his own playing career, which lasted sixteen seasons in the league.“Sixteen years went by so fast,” Dell shared. “So, my rule is that you play as long as you can, then play one more year.”

Stephen Curry’s latest injury update

Curry has appeared in 39 games while dealing with multiple injuries. His current absence began after he exited a loss against the Detroit Pistons on Jan. 30 due to right knee discomfort.Medical reports later identified the issue as patellofemoral pain syndrome. The injury has kept him out for more than two weeks, and the team continues to monitor his recovery before setting a return timeline.The Warriors have faced additional challenges during that stretch. Head coach Steve Kerr acknowledged the difficulty of managing the roster with several key players sidelined. As of now, Curry is still out and will miss his 17th straight game. His return timeline is also unclear.