Seth Curry is still waiting.
This offseason, the younger brother of Stephen Curry inked a deal with the Golden State Warriors—the first real shot at seeing the Curry brothers share an NBA floor. Fans have been buzzing about the possibilities: two elite shooters, one bloodline, one dynasty.
But as late October rolls around, Seth hasn’t logged a single second in a Warriors uniform. Zero preseason minutes. Zero regular-season appearances. The reason? It’s not injury. It’s not drama. It’s the second apron.
The Contract That Wasn’t Final
Yes, Seth did sign a contract with Golden State. A veteran’s minimum deal—modest, sensible, and seemingly straightforward.
But the Warriors knew from day one they couldn’t keep him on the roster when the season tipped off. Why? Because carrying Seth’s salary for the full year would push the team just over the NBA’s second luxury tax apron—a financial threshold that triggers severe roster restrictions.
To avoid those penalties, Golden State had to waive Seth before opening night. So despite the signed paper, he’s currently a free agent.
The Second Apron: The Invisible Wall
The second apron isn’t just a number—it’s a cage. Crossing it means:
- No sign-and-trades
- No mid-level exception
- Limited ability to aggregate salaries in trades
- Frozen draft picks in some cases
For a contender like the Warriors, staying under it preserves precious flexibility. Even a veteran’s minimum like Seth’s (~$2.1M) was enough to tip the scales.
So they cut him. Not because they don’t want him. But because they can’t afford to want him—not yet.
When Will the Curry Bros Finally Play Together?
Patience. The plan is clear: wait, then re-sign.
According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Warriors can bring Seth back as early as November 11 and still remain under the second apron for the season—if they time it perfectly.
They could even wait a bit longer for extra cushion. Once he signs, it’s unclear how quickly he’ll suit up. Will he need a ramp-up period? Can he train at the facility in the meantime to stay sharp?
All TBD.
Seth Curry by the Numbers
While he waits, the résumé speaks for itself:
| Stat | Career Average |
|---|---|
| Games Played | 550 (224 starts) |
| Points | 10.0 PPG |
| Rebounds | 2.0 RPG |
| Assists | 1.9 APG |
| Steals | 0.7 SPG |
| FG% | 47.1% |
| 3P% | 43.3% |
| FT% | 86.3% |
A 43.3% career three-point shooter. On a team that lives beyond the arc, that’s not a luxury—it’s a weapon.
The Bottom Line
Seth Curry is a Warrior. He just isn’t one… yet.
The contract is real. The cut was strategic. The reunion is coming—just not tonight.
When November 11 hits, the Chase Center could finally witness history: Steph to Seth. Splash. Splash.
Until then, the wait continues.