Quick Facts

Sport: Basketball
Position: Point guard / shooting guard

Biographical Information

Steph Curry is widely regarded as one of the greatest shooters in basketball history. Known for revolutionizing the game with his three-point shooting, Curry has set numerous NBA records and earned multiple MVP awards. His leadership and sharpshooting have led the Golden State Warriors to multiple NBA championships, solidifying his legacy as a generational talent.

Stephen Curry is the son of former NBA player Dell Curry and has a younger brother, Seth Curry, who also plays in the NBA. Off the court, Stephen is known for his strong Christian faith, philanthropy, and involvement in various charitable initiatives. Curry is also an entrepreneur with ventures in media, technology, and the culinary world.

Olympic Highlights

Curry made his Olympic debut at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games where his performance helped lead Team USA to secure their fifth consecutive gold medal.

At the Paris 2024 Olympics, he delivered an exceptional performance, averaging a team-best 14.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game. His shooting was particularly remarkable, converting 47.8% from beyond the arc, including an impressive 65.4% in the final two games, while maintaining a perfect free throw percentage across 7 attempts. He etched his name in USA Basketball history by joining Kevin Durant and Carmelo Anthony as the only Americans to record 20+ threes in an Olympics. His standout performances included a crucial 24-point game (8-12 3FG) with 5 assists in the final victory against France, where he scored 12 points in the fourth quarter and a historic 36-point outburst (9-14 3FG) against Serbia in the semifinals—the second-highest scoring performance by an American in Olympic history. Leading up to the Olympics, he showed consistent form during the USA Basketball Showcase, averaging 12.4 points per game.

World Cup Highlights

Curry achieved two gold medals representing the U.S. men’s national team at the 2010 FIBA World Cup in Turkey and the 2014 FIBA World Cup in Spain.

NBA Highlights

Curry was drafted seventh overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 2009 NBA Draft. He quickly emerged as a transformative player, leading the Warriors to four NBA championships (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022) and winning two MVP awards (2015, 2016). Curry holds the NBA record for the most three-pointers made in a single season and became the first player in NBA history to make over 3,000 career three-pointers.

Early Career

Curry attended Charlotte Christian School in North Carolina, where he developed his signature shooting ability. His skill and determination earned him attention from college scouts and recruitment by Davidson.

Curry became a household name during his time at Davidson College, where he led the Wildcats to the Elite Eight in the 2008 NCAA Tournament. He was the nation's leading scorer in his junior year, averaging 28.6 points per game, and was a consensus All-American. Curry’s success at Davidson solidified his status as a top NBA prospect, leading to his selection in the first round of the NBA Draft.

Olympic Experience

1-time Olympian; 1-time Olympic medalist (1 gold)

Olympic Games Paris 2024, gold (Team - Men)

World Championships Experience

Most recent: 2010 – gold (Team - Men)
Years of participation: Team - Men 2010
Medals: 1 (1 gold)

Gold – 2010 (Team - Men)

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