Mike Dunleavy confident Stephen Curry will finish career with Golden State Warriors

SAN FRANCISCO: Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy has reiterated his belief that Stephen Curry intends to finish his NBA career with the franchise, with the veteran guard set to become eligible for a contract extension later this month.

Curry, who is entering his 18th season with the Warriors, is due to earn $62.5 million in the final year of his current contract. He will be eligible for a two-year extension worth up to $136.7 million from August 29th.

Dunleavy said there had been no indication that Curry was considering leaving Golden State.

"He hasn't [said any different]," Dunleavy said.

"That's always been the message. That's always been what he's discussed. I think that's tracking quite well."

Curry has previously said he wants to play for at least a couple more seasons and finish his career with the Warriors.

Dunleavy acknowledged that Curry would have the final say if he ever wanted to leave, but insisted that such a scenario was not currently being considered.

"Ultimately it's his call, his decision, whether that's allowing his contract to run out and move on," Dunleavy said.

"Look, if he comes to me and wants to be moved, [controlling owner] Joe [Lacob] and I will talk it through. We wouldn't love it. But he's earned the right to do what he wants."

The Warriors are hoping improved fitness and the return of key players such as Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody can help them return to playoff contention.

"There's two things I'm confident about with Steph," Dunleavy said. "He really, really wants to win and he wants to finish his career as a Warrior."