Steph Curry

Stephen Curry, born on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio, developed his basketball skills early, playing alongside his brother Seth in Charlotte, North Carolina, where his father, Dell Curry, had a notable NBA career with the Charlotte Hornets. He later moved to Toronto and led his high school team to an undefeated season before returning to Charlotte Christian School. Despite being overlooked by major college programs due to his slender physique, Davidson College aggressively recruited him. At Davidson, Curry quickly made an impact, earning Conference Player of the Year twice and setting an NCAA single-season record for three-pointers made (162) as a sophomore. He led NCAA Division I in scoring during his junior year (2009) before declaring for the NBA draft. In May 2022, Curry completed his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Davidson and in August 2022, his No. 30 jersey was retired, and he was inducted into the Davidson Athletics Hall of Fame.

Drafted seventh overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 2009 NBA Draft, Curry quickly established himself as a key player. He finished as runner-up for NBA Rookie of the Year in 2010 and demonstrated his unique scoring ability early on, with multiple 30-plus point games. His career took a significant turn in the 2012-13 season when he signed a four-year, $44 million extension and, alongside Klay Thompson, formed the “Splash Brothers,” known for their perimeter scoring. He set a new NBA single-season three-point record with 272 three-pointers and made his first All-Star appearance in 2014. In the 2014-15 season, under new coach Steve Kerr, Curry earned his first league MVP award and led the Warriors to their first NBA championship since 1975, showcasing his leadership.

The 2015-16 season marked a historic milestone as Curry became the first player to be unanimously voted MVP, leading the Warriors to an NBA-record 73 wins. He set a new record with 402 three-pointers in a single season and became the seventh player to join the 50-40-90 club while averaging over 30 points per game. He played a crucial role in the Warriors’ back-to-back championships in 2017 and 2018. Despite injury setbacks in later seasons, Curry continued to achieve individual and team success. In December 2021, he surpassed Ray Allen to become the NBA’s all-time three-point scoring leader. In 2022, he earned his fourth NBA championship and first Finals MVP award, solidifying his legacy as one of the game’s most impactful players. In April 2024, Curry was named the NBA Clutch Player of the Year, leading the league in clutch points.