Stephen Curry, born Wardell Stephen Curry II, is an American professional basketball player and point guard for the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is widely regarded as one of the greatest shooters in NBA history, known for his incredible three-point shooting ability and his role in leading the Warriors to multiple NBA championships.
Main Milestones
Birth
March 14, 1988
Stephen Curry was born in Akron, Ohio, to Dell Curry, a former NBA player, and Sonya Curry. His early exposure to basketball through his father laid the foundation for his future career.
College Years at Davidson College
2006-2009
Curry attended Davidson College in North Carolina, where he became a standout player, setting the NCAA single-season record for three-pointers made (162) during his sophomore year and earning Conference Player of the Year twice.
NBA Draft
2009
Curry was selected by the Golden State Warriors as the seventh overall pick in the 2009 NBA draft, marking the beginning of his professional basketball career.
First All-Star Selection and Three-Pointer Records
2012-2013
Curry led the league in three-pointers made (272) in the 2012-2013 season and earned his first All-Star selection, establishing himself as a premier shooter in the NBA.
First NBA Championship and MVP
2014-2015
Curry won his first league MVP award and led the Warriors to their first championship since 1975, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.
Unanimous MVP and Historic Season
2015-2016
Curry became the first player to be elected MVP by a unanimous vote and led the Warriors to a record-breaking 73-win season, although they lost to the Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.
Back-to-Back Championships
2016-2018
Curry helped the Warriors win back-to-back titles in 2017 and 2018, solidifying his status as one of the greatest players in NBA history.
Fourth NBA Championship and Finals MVP
2021-2022
Curry won his fourth championship with the Warriors and was named the NBA Finals MVP, averaging 31.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game in the series against the Boston Celtics.
All-Time Leader in Three-Pointers
2022
Curry surpassed Ray Allen to become the all-time leader in three-pointers made in NBA history, further cementing his legacy as the greatest shooter in NBA history.
Continued Success and Milestones
2024
Curry continued to achieve milestones, including becoming the first player in NBA history to make 500 career playoff three-pointers and winning a gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics as part of the U.S. national team.
