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Golden State's Geriatric Squad: How the Warriors Are Defying Basketball's Aging Curse

Steph Curry

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The Golden State Warriors are pulling a Benjamin Button this season, proving that age is just a number in the NBA’s high-stakes playground.

Steph Curry, at 37, continues to defy logic with his superhuman basketball skills, leading a squad that looks more like a retirement home highlight reel than a championship contender. With teammates Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and Al Horford all hovering around the 35-year mark, the Warriors are serving serious “seasoned veteran” energy.

The Age-Defying Roster

This isn’t your typical aging sports team. The Warriors have strategically built a roster that’s deep enough to make Father Time look like a rookie coach. With 11 players boasting a regularized adjusted plus-minus (RAPM), they’re not just competing – they’re making a statement.

Strength in More Than Just Numbers

Remember the “Strength in Numbers” mantra? It’s evolved from a team philosophy to a literal survival strategy. Coach Steve Kerr isn’t just managing a team; he’s conducting a basketball symphony where bench players like Jonathan Kuminga and Brandin Podziemski could start on lesser teams.

The Curry Countdown

As Curry enters his 17th season, the Warriors are laser-focused on giving their superstar another shot at playoff magic. The game plan? Manage minutes, rotate strategically, and let Curry work his generational wizardry.

With a roster that reads like an NBA legacy tour, the Warriors aren’t just playing for today – they’re writing another chapter in their dynasty’s epic saga.

AUTHOR: rjv

SOURCE: SF Standard