Stephen Curry’s Role in Steve Nash’s Retirement
In a recent episode of Mind the Game, the podcast co-hosted by LeBron James and Steve Nash, Stephen Curry shared a memorable story from the former Suns point guard. Nash revealed how a preseason game against Curry's Golden State Warriors made him realize his body was no longer up to the demands of professional basketball.
The Game That Changed Everything
Nash recalls the game vividly: “They put like 50 points on us in the first quarter. He was running everywhere, my back was shot, everything was out of whack, I was dragging myself, and Steve Kerr was making them play everything off of me.” Just days later, Nash made a decisive call.
“I called Mitch Kupchak to tell him my decision. Steph, you’ve kicked me out of basketball (laughs).”
This honest and humble moment highlights the transition between two basketball generations — from the playmaker-artists of the 2000s to the sharpshooters reshaping the NBA today.
Collaboration After Retirement
After retiring in 2015, Steve Nash served as a player development consultant until 2020. Although not a full-time staff member, he regularly worked with players, focusing on guards and point guards, continuing to influence the game off the court.
Summary
Stephen Curry’s dynamic style not only challenged but helped redefine the careers of past NBA legends like Steve Nash, marking a clear generational shift in the sport.