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The Golden State Warriors will open their season on Oct. 21 against the Los Angeles Lakers.
Stephen Curry is entering his 17th year in the NBA.
Ahead of the regular season tipoff, he announced that he’s featured on the cover of the Fall 2025 edition of Cigar & Spirits Magazine.
The NBA season is just days away, and Stephen Curry — entering his 17th year in the league — will tip things off on opening night, Oct. 21, as the Golden State Warriors face the Los Angeles Lakers.
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While the 37-year-old superstar prepares for another run with Golden State, he continues to make moves off the court as well. This week, Curry was revealed as the exclusive cover star of Cigar & Spirits Magazine’s Fall 2025 issue.
Curry reacted to the announcement on Wednesday, posting photos from the shoot and writing, “Behind the scenes in earth tones. Shoutout [Cigar & Spirits] for highlighting [Gentleman’s Cut Bourbon] on the cover of this month’s issue,” referencing his personal bourbon brand.
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Cigar & Spirits made the announcement on Tuesday and issued a statement about landing future NBA Hall of Famer Stephen Curry on the cover of their latest issue, which also highlights his personal bourbon brand.
“Cigar & Spirits Magazine is excited to showcase 11-time NBA All-Star, 4x NBA Champion, 2x NBA MVP, and Olympic Gold Medalist Stephen Curry as our cover feature for the Fall 2025 issue.
“Lighting up cigars is as effortless for Stephen as it is for him to light up the scoreboard when leading the Golden State Warriors in their pursuit of another championship. Pair that with his unmatched passion for spirits through his own bourbon, Gentleman’s Cut, and you have a match made in heaven,” the publication wrote.
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry looks on during a game.Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
Fans reacted to the news:
“THE GOAT,” a fan said.
Someone else added, “Goat festivities.”
Another person wrote, “Real gentleman things. A cover to remember.”
“Look at curry man, so inspirational,” one more fan commented.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 16, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.