Stephen Curry wants to break the NBA rule that separates players from ownership

Stephen Curry is at the top of the basketball world… and still, he’s not satisfied. The Golden State Warriors point guard, who leads the NBA salary charts with over $59 million for the 2025-26 season, has sparked debate over what it really means to be “well paid” in professional basketball.

In an interview with Speedy Morman, Stephen Curry made it clear that money isn’t everything. What truly bothers him is the rule that blocks active players from owning equity in NBA franchises. To him, it’s an unfair barrier in a league where players are the heartbeat of the product. “We want to participate in that growth,” said Curry. Referring to the exponential rise in team valuations—like the Warriors, who went from being worth $450 million in 2010 to $9.4 billion in 2025.

Impact on franchises

And it’s not just talk. According to Essentiallysports, Stephen Curry is already thinking ahead. In a conversation with Alex Sherman of CNBC, he revealed his interest in becoming part-owner of an NBA franchise, following in the footsteps of Michael Jordan. “The idea of being part of an ownership group and having an impact on how a franchise is run excites me,” Curry admitted.

Still, Stephen Curry acknowledged that with valuations soaring. Even he might not be able to afford a majority stake—despite having a net worth of $156 million.

The retirement dream

Meanwhile, retirement remains a looming topic. At 37 years old, Stephen Curry has said he’s approaching his career “in two-year blocks,”. Using short-term goals to stay motivated. His current contract with the Warriors runs through 2027. And while he hasn’t set a firm date to hang up his sneakers, he’s made it clear that the decision should be his—based on health, not outside pressure.

 

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The irony is hard to ignore: the player who revolutionized the game with his three-point shooting and led the Warriors to four championships can’t invest in the very team he helped turn into a gold mine. And while the NBA continues to debate whether players should have access to ownership stakes. But Stephen Curry keeps stacking points, titles, and arguments.

For now, retirement is on hold—and everything else is up in the air.