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Stephen Curry is undeniably one of the highest-paid athletes in the NBA, if not in the entire world of sports. His financial success in the league reflects his incredible skills on the basketball court and his marketability off it. In 2017, Curry made history by becoming the first player to sign a jaw-dropping $200 million contract.

Fast forward to 2021, and he was still breaking records, this time as the first player to secure not one, but two consecutive contracts worth over $200 million. The Golden State Warriors invested heavily in Curry. They offered him a four-year, $215.35 million contract extension that boasts an annual average salary of a staggering $53 million. While Curry?s price tag might seem astronomical, the returns he brings to the franchise are equally astronomical.

Stephen Curry and other highest earners in the Warriors team

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Curry, often referred to as the ?Baby-Faced Assassin? for his youthful looks and deadly three-point shooting, leads the charge in terms of earnings among the Warriors? stars. His paycheck for the upcoming season will amount to a staggering $51,915,615. For Curry, this astronomical figure is not just about the money; it reflects his status as one of the league?s top talents and his impact on the court, which transcends mere statistics.

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Klay Thompson is the second-highest earner on the team. He?s called the ?Splash Brother? for his incredible shooting skills and his remarkable return from injury. Thompson?s contract will net him a remarkable $43,219,440 for the upcoming season. The third-highest player, Chris Paul the seasoned point guard who has been a pivotal figure for the Phoenix Suns in recent years, joins the Warriors? financial powerhouse.

Paul?s experience and leadership have made him an invaluable addition to the team, and he?s set to earn an impressive $30,800,000 for the upcoming season. His presence on the court and in the locker room is expected to be a driving force behind the Warriors? quest for another championship.

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Meanwhile, Andrew Wiggins, the versatile forward known for his scoring ability and athleticism, rounds out this quartet of top earners. Wiggins will bring home a substantial $24,330,357 for the upcoming NBA season. Curry, Paul, Thompson, and Wiggins will earn a combined total of over $150,265,412, in the 2023-24 season.

This combined total makes their pay scale higher than some of the NBA franchises? salary cap. But who are these teams?

A stark comparison,

The salary cap for the Dub Nation this season will be $209,671,207. And the combined earnings of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, Chris Paul, and Andrew Wiggins for the upcoming season amount to an astonishing $150,265,412. This eye-popping figure becomes even more astounding when compared to the salary caps of eight NBA franchises for the same season. These eight teams?OKC, Pistons, Wizards, Jazz, Spurs, Magic, Pacers, and Hornets?have the lowest salary caps in the league for 2023-24.

To put it into perspective, the salary cap of these eight franchises collectively amounts to less than the combined earnings of the four Warriors stars. The figures break down as follows:

Oklahoma City Thunder: $149,117,022

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Detroit Pistons: $141,548,608
Washington Wizards: $139,218,145
Utah Jazz: $137,658,645
San Antonio Spurs: $137,281,719
Orlando Magic: $131,524,034
Indiana Pacers: $130,206,705
Charlotte Hornets: $115,227,894

When compared to Curry, Thompson, Paul, and Wiggins? financial might, these franchises seem to work on a tighter budget. The contrast emphasizes the Warriors? investments and the financial challenges of NBA teams.

These players undoubtedly receive substantial compensation for their contributions on the court. Their impact extends far beyond their contracts. They are not just athletes but ambassadors for their respective franchises. They carry the weight of expectations and aspirations to bring championships to their teams.

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