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Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'Far below NBA standard': Stephen Curry proved his pre-draft report wrong in every possible way
Image credit: Golden State Warriors/X The Golden State Warriors have unveiled the pre-draft scouting report about Stephen Curry and made him read it aloud. A video shared on the team's social media channel shows the star guard reading all the shortcomings listed in the report, which cast doubts on him and his ability to be someone a team could rely on. The report comes weeks after the Golden State Warriors were ousted from the playoffs just before an injured Curry could return to the court and potentially save the team from elimination. Stephen Curry reacts to his pre-draft report In the video shared on Golden State Warriors' X page, Stephen Curry reads aloud the pre-draft scouting report about him: 'Far below NBA standard in regard to explosiveness and athleticism, a 6'2 is extremely small for an NBA shooting guard position and will likely keep him from being much of a defender at the next level. Although he's playing point guard, he's not a natural point guard that an NBA team can rely on to run a team, struggles defensively getting around screens, can overshoot and rush into shots from time to time, needs to add some muscle to his upper body, but appears as though he'll always be standing. A for effort.' After reading it aloud, Curry adds, 'I appreciate all the motivation and inspiration to do everything this paper said I couldn't do.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo Fans react to video shared by Golden State Warriors Reacting to the video, an X user wrote, 'But they were actually right, and as soon as he worked on all these things the success came. The scouts can't see the future, they can only tell the present and at best make projections. So win win.' Another commented, 'That is why he is the GOAT.' One more wrote, 'Wow who the heck wrote that?' A fan reacted, 'Love you Curry.' Many others called him GOAT in the comments section. All that Stephen Curry has achieved so far Curry has been playing for the Golden State Warriors since 2009. He is a four-time NBA champion, a two-time NBA MVP, eleven-time NBA All-Star, and an eleven-time All-NBA Team selection (including four on the First Team). Besides the NBA, he has also won a gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics as part of the U.S. national team and two gold medals at the FIBA World Cup. Also Read: Stephen Curry's best fashion moments prove he is the golden warrior in NBA fashion The current season ended early for Curry after he suffered a hamstring injury in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Golden State Warriors star had to take time to recover and could have even returned for Game 6 or by Game 8, but the Warriors wrapped up by Game 5. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stephen Curry's best fashion moments prove he is the golden warrior in NBA fashion
Stephen Curry is one of the greatest players in the NBA at present, but when it comes to leaving an impression in the corridors of fashion, the Golden State Warriors star comes across as a guy next door with his casual outfit choices, which look subtle yet chic and classic. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The father of four, however, also likes to experiment a bit when it comes to dressing up for a special public event. Take a look at all the times Chef Curry impressed his fans and inspired them to take a leaf out of his book of fashion. Stephen Curry's most stylish looks over the years Stephen Curry makes sure he is defined by his moves on the court rather than his fashion choices, which are anything but loud and flashy. Talking about his style in an interview with Modern Luxury earlier this year, Curry had said, 'I like to be casual and classic, fits that are easy to wear and comfortable. I don't want to stand out just for the sake of standing out. I don't need to be loud unnecessarily, but if a fit makes sense and it fits me, then it should be able to talk a big game on its own. ' Just like the title of his documentary, Stephen Curry: Underrated, the Golden State Warriors champion's fashion choices are quite underrated, but when it came time to promote the film, he stepped out with his best fashion foot forward. Curry made sure he stood out from the crowd in a black and white floral jacket at a promotional dinner around the release of the documentary. Image credit: Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry/Instagram At the 2021 Met Gala also, Curry had experimented with a black suit but by adding a touch of gold. Stephen has a fondness for wearing denim jackets with matching jeans along with a plain tee. He is often spotted in such denim-on-denim looks, the latest being in a blue denim jacket and jeans at the BottleRock event in Napa Valley last month. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He had earlier donned a similar combo, but in grey. Image credit: Stephen Curry/Instagram Image credit: Stephen Curry/Instagram Also Read: Stephen Curry loves to give back to his community and supports minority and new designers by including them in his wardrobe. He has a collaboration with a brand that works in that direction. Last year, he had turned his tunnel walk into a runway to feature casual outfits from the brand, which could be bought by his fans instantly. However, the 37-year-old never compromised his own style or stepped out of his comfort zone.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Sevens needed a lifeline and India may have delivered it: Scott Curry backs Rugby Premier League to shape global future
What the world thought, India did first. For someone who has spent over 15 years at the elite level of rugby sevens, Scott Curry knows exactly what a sport needs to grow. With the changing dynamics of rugby at the international level and concerns surrounding the World Series, the sport was in dire need of a breather — and India could not have timed it better with the newly launched Rugby Premier League (RPL), which Curry sees as more than just an experiment. 'I think it's great for the game,' he said. 'Sevens is exciting. To see India putting real resources behind it — this could be the future.' Having travelled to India for the first time, the Tokyo Olympic silver medallist admitted he wasn't quite aware of the rugby culture in the cricket-frenzied nation, but he was already impressed with the level of the local players. Curry, who will be donning the Bengaluru Bravehearts jersey and co-captaining the team, feels that if the RPL can trigger a revolution, India — with its enormous population — could touch new heights. Having played in World Cups, Commonwealth Games, and Olympics, Curry knows what it takes to build a legacy. In his eyes, India's rugby journey might just be beginning. Speaking to Hindustan Times, Curry opened up on the ongoing RPL and its global effect. The former New Zealand captain also spoke about his career, his best moments, and his intention to focus on coaching in the future. Here are the excerpts... Yes, it's my first time. It's been quite warm, but it's been really good so far. People are really nice and helpful, and the food's amazing. So it's been great. I was obviously very excited. I think it's great for the game. Sevens is an exciting sport. To see India putting some real resources behind the game and growing it is exciting, and I think it could be the future of the game for sure. I think it's going to be a cool experience. Getting to play alongside players from other countries—ones in the World Series and ones who aren't—is really cool. It definitely opens us up to new possibilities and new cultures, and we get to learn a lot. Not a massive amount, to be honest. I know they play rugby a fair bit. I know they're big fans of cricket, as am I, being a proud New Zealander. But yes, I don't know a lot about the rugby culture in India. The players in our team are really good. They've got great skills. So I'm looking forward to seeing how they go across the Rugby Premier League. They're going to come up against some good players—World Series level players, some of the best in the world. So that'll be a great test for them to see where they're at. I think it could be huge for India. If it gets a bit of traction and gets people playing the game... For people that already know rugby sevens, they know it's an exciting sport—awesome to watch and be a part of. So with the potential of a country the size of India and the population, I think if they can get a little bit of traction, it would be a very exciting opportunity. Yeah, the game's changed massively over the last 10 to 15 years. It's way more professional. Defense has probably changed the most. Teams' ability to defend has gotten a lot better. So it makes it a lot harder to score tries, but still exciting to watch. I think it has a massive impact. The way the World Series has been run lately probably hasn't been the best. So for something like this to come at this time is good timing for our sport. And you can see from the players and coaches involved that everyone's very excited and wants to make it a success. I'm very excited not just for the first one this year, but future versions as well. It's been nice. I've dipped my toes in the coaching space a little bit, which has been good fun. Trying to pass on my knowledge that I've gained over my 15-year career. And just spending a bit more time at home with family, which has been really nice. Yes. I really enjoy the coaching side of things. Prior to playing rugby, I did a teaching diploma, so it's very similar to teaching. That's something I've always enjoyed, and linking that with my rugby experience has been really enjoyable for me. (Laughs) No, that hasn't happened yet. It's still a possibility, though. It's good to have that qualification in my back pocket. I'm not too sure what the future holds yet, but I'm definitely looking to explore coaching initially, and then we'll see where that goes. I was always playing rugby throughout my time at university. I played a little bit of social stuff, but then I started playing a bit more seriously towards the end of university. I had a crack at sevens and played reasonably well. I got picked up by a provincial team, then played that, made the New Zealand team, and just went from there. That's sort of how it happened. Rugby is obviously really big for us in New Zealand. We're proud to be a rugby nation—it's definitely part of who we are as New Zealanders. Whenever we go anywhere in the world, everyone sort of knows the All Blacks and the black jersey. So we're proud to represent New Zealand on the world stage. That's tough. Anytime we've won a tournament, it's very special. Winning at home in front of your home fans is always really special. And then pinnacle events like the Commonwealth Games and World Cups... 2018 was a very special year for our team—going back-to-back with the World Cup and the Commonwealth Games. And then the Olympic Games too—being involved in the Olympics is pretty special. We got a medal at one—obviously not quite the medal we were after. So yeah, it was a bit of a high and a low at the same time, that Tokyo Games. But as more time passes, you start to realise it, get a bit more perspective, and feel proud of what we did. Lots of fond memories from my career with the New Zealand team. We've got a good mix of international players and some local Indian guys who are really good as well. I guess all the teams are going to be pretty similar, with the balance. It's obviously an honor along with Pol Pla Vegue. He's one of the best players in the world at the moment for Spain. And obviously he took them to help them get a sitting place in the World Series last year. So it's been good working alongside him and obviously just want to. make sure everyone's really excited and keen to get out there and play some exciting scenes.
Forbes
3 days ago
- Sport
- Forbes
Dell Curry On Steph Curry's Emergence As A Top Athlete Golfer: ‘It's Really Unfair How Good He Is'
It's no secret that Steph Curry is a great golfer. The greatest three-point shooter of all time has talent outside of the basketball court, proving to be one of the best athletes on the golf course. The four-time NBA champion won the 2023 American Century Championship and will return in 2025 after a one-year hiatus due to playing in last year's Olympics. He'll join his father, Dell Curry, and his younger brother, Seth Curry, along with 90-plus athletes and entertainers in the tournament. His father, Dell – who first played in the tournament in the 90's as an active NBA player -- is looking forward to joining his sons on the course in Lake Tahoe yet again. 'Steph has won it, the only active player in any sport to win it,' says Curry. "He's eager to get back and just like the year he won it, he has a good shot to win it this year. With a second round exit this year, he's had time, and will have time to work on his game. But it's just a great week for me to spend some time with my two sons on the course. 'Any time you can get on a golf course, it's an uninterrupted time, and it's a great week," Curry continues to say. "We've got me and my sons and some friends that make the trip every year, and it's just a great week.' The elder Curry says this is the fourth year that he and both of his sons will play in the American Century Championship. He says that Seth joined the tournament later on when initially it had been Dell and Steph as a duo. He says that both of his sons watched growing up as he played golf in Charlotte in the 90's as a player of the Charlotte Hornets. 'They'd follow me while I'm on the next tee box, doing the green putting,' says Curry of his sons watching him play in the 90's. 'They got some lessons early about etiquette and how to get around the course. We learned together. Steph took off. He passed me and became a better player than I did quickly. 'Seth was a late bloomer the last 18 years,' Curry continues to say of his younger son. 'Seth has really started to play, we have some great matches together. Seth, his golf game has really improved in the last five or six years he actually won.' The 60-year-old Curry says they're all competitive when they're on the golf course and says they have 'belts' for whoever wins in the family. He says that Seth won last year after they 'spotted him' way too many points. 'It's a great time,' says Curry. 'The golf course is a great way to spend time together, uninterrupted, and with the handicap system, you can be as competitive as you want.' As he mentions, Steph is quite the force on the greens. The father of the Golden State Warriors star says it's 'unfair' how good he is considering how little he plays golf, since he's still focused on his basketball career and when factoring in that he has four kids. The 37-year-old Curry just completed his 16th season in the NBA, leading the Warriors to the second round of the playoffs. He remains a force this deep into his career, clinching his 11th All-Star bid after averaging 24.7 points and 6.0 assists per game to go along with 93.3% shooting from the charity stripe. 'It's really unfair how good he is with how little he plays with everything he's got going on and off the court with four kids,' says Curry of his son. 'I'd say he doesn't get to practice hardly at all, if any, but he'll shoot even under par like it's nothing. He hits it a long way, but his touch around the greens able and his putting to get up and down. That's how you score on the golf course. It's just phenomenal, because he hits it so far. He doesn't have to hit driver in a lot of holes, and that puts him in play.' While basketball players generally don't translate into great golfers – even Curry admits this – his son has managed to defy the odds. Outside of Curry, Vinny Del Negro is the only basketball player to win the American Century Championship since it began in 1990. 'I think it's just a competitive spirit,' says Curry. 'It's a game that's hard. Every single shot is different, and like a three-pointer, that's kind of repetitive. But every shot in golf, every hole is different. It brings a new challenge to every single shot. Both of my boys, they love a challenge. They love the competition of anything.' He attributes Steph's 'soft hands' as for why he's able to translate success from the basketball court onto the golf course. 'When you're challenged as an individual to beat your playing opponent is when your competitive juices can really go above board,' says Curry. 'But the way Steph just has this ability to watch golf on TV and incorporate anything that he sees into his game is tremendous. The way he can put and his soft hands around the green make him the golfer that he is.' While his son is certainly a menace on the golf course, Curry mentions a former notable tennis player – Mardy Fish – who has found his calling following his own playing career. Fish won last year and in 2020 and has finished as a runner-up on three other occasions. 'I have to say our good friend, Mardy Fish,' says Curry of the biggest threat in the tournament. 'Mardy's won a couple times, won last year, beat Steph with an eagle putt on 18, the year he won it. Mardy's one of our good friends. We enjoy playing the practice around with Marty, great guy. He's definitely got to be up there as a favorite as well as Tony Romo.' The American Century Championship will begin on July 9, with the first round starting on July 11.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Dell Curry Shares Update on Steph Curry's NBA Future
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry remains arguably one of the top players in the world. The four-time NBA champion is coming off yet another stellar season, where he led his team to the second round of the playoffs after securing the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference. Curry has defied the odds in his career. Many didn't think he would be this good; in fact, many didn't even think he would be a player in the league for a long time. However, he has jumped through every single hurdle in his career, and now he is arguably the greatest point guard of all time and arguably one of the top 15 players of all time. While Curry is still at the top of his game, he is closer to the end of his career than the beginning. The 37-year-old will soon enter his 17th season in the league; however, he is not close to being done, at least according to his father, Dell Curry. Curry spoke to DJ Siddiqi of RG Media and said his son still has a ton left in the tank. Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors hugs his Dad Dell Curry after making a three point basket to break Ray Allen's record for the most all-time against the New York Knicks during... Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors hugs his Dad Dell Curry after making a three point basket to break Ray Allen's record for the most all-time against the New York Knicks during their game at Madison Square Garden on December 14, 2021 in New York City. More Photo by"He still loves the game," Dell Curry, via "He's a competitive guy. He wants to win another title, so we're not even close to that window yet. But when the time comes, I think he'll make the right decision." If there was an indication that Curry is at the top of his game, we saw it this past season. In 70 games this season, the two-time MVP averaged 24.5 points, 4.4 rebounds and 6.0 assists while shooting 44.8 percent from the field, 39.7 percent from beyond the arc and 93.3 percent from the free-throw line. The 11-time All-Star has been one of the best players in the league for over a decade, and even as he nears the end of his career, that still remains the case. Curry is a threat from all over the court and remains a terrifying player, due to his ability to hurt opponents from anywhere on the court. The former Davidson Wildcat suffered a hamstring strain in the first game of the second round of the playoffs. That hamstring strain kept him out of the playoffs and eventually led to the downfall of the Warriors, who were eliminated in five games by the Minnesota Timberwolves in a gentlemanly sweep. Curry still has some years left under his belt, and they will all likely be with the Warriors. More NBA news: NBA Making Major Change to Thunder-Pacers Finals Before Game 5 Caitlin Clark Talks Shooting Contest With LeBron James and Steph Curry Kevin Durant Trade Sweepstakes Reportedly Facing Early Roadblocks For more on Stephen Curry and general NBA news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
