NBA COMMUNITY OVERJOYED AND EXCITED: Hype Hits Chase Center as Warriors Coach Steve Kerr Names Stephen Curry the New Team Captain
San Francisco, CA — August 6, 2025
In a move that has electrified fans and sent waves of excitement across the NBA, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr officially named Stephen Curry the new team captain, solidifying the veteran guard’s leadership role both on and off the court.
The announcement, made early Tuesday morning at a press conference at Chase Center, was met with a standing ovation from staff, players, and media alike. While Curry has long been considered the heart and soul of the Warriors, this formal recognition marks a new chapter in his storied career — and one that is being celebrated across the basketball world.
“The Ultimate Leader”
Coach Kerr, who has coached Curry since 2014, emphasized the timing and significance of the decision.
“Steph has always been a leader — by example, by character, by sheer will. This is just a formality to what we’ve all known for years. He’s the ultimate teammate, the ultimate Warrior,” Kerr stated.
The title of “team captain” holds more than symbolic weight in the Warriors organization. It comes with responsibilities such as being the liaison between the coaching staff and players, mentoring younger teammates, and representing the team in official capacities. With veterans like Draymond Green and Klay Thompson stepping into different roles or nearing the twilight of their careers, Kerr noted the need for a “new, unified voice” to guide the team forward.
A New Era in Golden State
At 37, Curry remains at the top of his game, coming off a season where he averaged 26.8 points, 6.1 assists, and 4.9 rebounds per game. Despite his age, his dedication to fitness, his basketball IQ, and his unshakable composure have made him a role model for the next generation of Warriors — including rising stars like Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody, and newly drafted guard Treyce Holloway.
Curry, ever humble, accepted the captaincy with his trademark grace.
“It’s an honor. I’ve always tried to lead by example, to lift my teammates up and do what’s best for the team,” Curry said. “To be officially named captain by Coach Kerr means a lot, but the work doesn’t change. We’ve got a championship to chase.”
League-Wide Reaction
Social media lit up within minutes of the announcement. Fellow NBA stars, analysts, and fans across the globe shared their support and congratulations.
Kevin Durant tweeted:
“Steph been THAT guy. Captain or not, he’s a legend. Congrats, my brother.”
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski called it “a long-overdue recognition of one of the game’s greatest leaders,” while TNT’s Shaquille O’Neal praised the move, saying,
“It’s about time. He’s been the captain of that team since he walked in the door.”
What It Means Moving Forward
As the Warriors enter a transitional phase — balancing veteran experience with a new generation of talent — Curry’s formal captaincy offers both stability and inspiration. The team will look to him not just for his dazzling on-court performances, but for his leadership as they pursue another title run in a fiercely competitive Western Conference.
With the 2025-26 season fast approaching, expectations are sky-high in San Francisco. And with Stephen Curry officially leading the charge, the Golden State Warriors — and their fans — have every reason to believe.
#CaptainCurry is now trending globally. The NBA community is not just overjoyed — they’re ready to witness the next great chapter in the legend of Stephen Curry.