Timberwolves Eliminate Warriors, But Curry Eyes Another Title Run

The Golden State Warriors saw their 2024-25 season come to an abrupt end on Wednesday night, falling 121-110 to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the first-round series. With the loss, the Warriors were eliminated 4-1, bringing an early close to a turbulent season filled with inconsistency, injuries, and aging core concerns.

Golden State had hoped to push the series further, especially with some late optimism that 11-time All-Star guard Stephen Curry might return to full strength. However, it wasn’t enough to keep up with the surging Timberwolves, whose youth and physicality proved too much for the veteran squad.

After the loss, Curry, who recently turned 37, addressed retirement speculation head-on. “We have four months,” he said. “I don’t have any Olympics, and it’s going to be about rebuilding and getting rest… but definitely rebuilding everything for another great run.” Curry’s message was clear: he’s far from done.

The four-time NBA champion still has two years left on his contract and showed he can still compete at an elite level. In the postseason, he averaged 22.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 5.1 assists while shooting an efficient 47.7% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc. Despite his age, Curry remains one of the league’s most dangerous offensive threats and continues to command defensive attention every time he touches the ball.

Golden State now turns its attention to a critical offseason. Many around the league believe that if Curry had been fully healthy, the Warriors could have advanced deep into the playoffs. With the right moves—possibly a blockbuster trade for a superstar like Giannis Antetokounmpo or the addition of a sharpshooter like Cameron Johnson—Golden State could re-emerge as a title contender.

The Warriors’ core, led by Curry, still has a window to compete, but the front office must be aggressive and smart in reshaping the roster. Draymond Green and Klay Thompson’s futures also hang in the balance, making the offseason even more pivotal.

Expect Curry to return next season focused, re-energized, and hungry to add a fifth ring to his Hall of Fame résumé. With a revamped supporting cast, the Warriors may yet have another championship runleft in them.