Amidst Relocation Havoc, $92,000,000 Stephen Curry Gives Bold Take on Athletics Moving Out of Oakland

Baseball has seen some divisive storylines develop this year as the MLB season progresses. One of them is the Oakland Athletics? proposed move to Las Vegas. Team owner John Fisher has been working to get the move finalized. But fans are upset and want the team to stay in Oakland. Most recently, NBA superstar Stephen Curry offered his bold opinion on the topic.?

Curry played in Oakland for the majority of his career before the Golden State Warriors shifted stadiums. That is why the NBA superstar has shared his strong thoughts on the matter.?

Stephen Curry believes it’s important that the Athletics stay in Oakland

With the Athletics plotting a move to Las Vegas, many athletes and sports personalities are sharing their opinions. Most recently, star point guard Stephen Curry joined in on the conversation and shared his views. During an interview, Curry clearly stated that it is important for the Athletics to stay in Oakland. ABC7 News? Casey Pratt shared a video of the interview on Twitter.

In the interview, Curry said, ?Keeping as many professional teams in this area as possible, because it matters. I think it does so much for the community, it does so much for the community to have something to look forward to and be proud of. And, and, bring out that Oakland pride. Um, even when we left Oakland to San Francisco, I know it was a tough move, but we?re still in the area. And we?re able to reach the fanbase that supported us so much. You hope they stay, that?s the answer.?

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This is a strong statement from the 4-time NBA Champion as he advocates for the Athletics to stay in Oakland. Fans of the team have echoed that sentiment in recent months, with the MLB covering up a protest. Let’s have a look at the reactions to Curry?s thoughts on the topic.

How have fans reacted to Curry?s strong views on the team staying in Oakland??

The reactions to Stephen Curry?s thoughts have been mainly positive. Many fans agree with him and are happy that the Warriors? iconic point guard is speaking up.

Some fans lauded Curry for his views on the topic.

Other fans asked him to buy the team.?

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