For Steph, nicknames are nothing new. He and former teammate Thompson became known as the “Splash Brothers,” a duo that revolutionized perimeter basketball and helped lead the Warriors to four NBA titles. Their dominance from beyond the arc changed the way the game is played, cementing both players as franchise legends.

NBA salaries in 2025 have reached new highs, driven by expanding media deals and global brand partnerships. The league’s top earners are pulling in hundreds of millions through a mix of contracts and off-court ventures.

After a tough stretch in the offseason, the Golden State Warriors look like a more complete team heading into this one. It was not all that long ago that an injury to Stephen Curry slowed down their momentum.