Warriors Release Seth Curry
The Golden State Warriors follow through on their pre-season strategy by officially releasing guard Seth Curry, a move that was anticipated since the beginning of his signing alongside his brother, Stephen Curry. This decision unfolded on October 18, 2025, as the Warriors also waived LJ Cryer, highlighting the team’s maneuvering around their financial constraints.
Financial Maneuvering
The Warriors find themselves hard-capped at the second apron level after utilizing the taxpayer mid-level exception to bring veteran player Al Horford on board. Following recent agreements on contracts for Jonathan Kuminga, Al Horford, and De’Anthony Melton, the team faced difficulties in staying within the salary cap restrictions. Consequently, a choice had to be made between waiving either Seth Curry or Gui Santos, with Seth’s temporary release being the clear option communicated to potential stakeholders including his brother, Stephen.
Future Plans for Seth Curry
This release isn’t permanent; the Warriors plan to re-sign Seth Curry on November 15, allowing for a prorated minimum contract to make room beneath the salary cap once they can better assess their financial flexibility. There’s speculation that the team might wait until December to execute this plan, offering them a better cushion against the tax apron limits.
Seth Curry’s Performance
Last season, at 35 years old, Seth Curry demonstrated his shooting prowess by achieving a notable 45.6% efficiency from beyond the three-point line, averaging 6.5 points per game in his stint with the Charlotte Hornets. His shooting skills and dynamic play style are expected to align seamlessly with the Warriors upon his expected return later this season.
