Wardell Stephen Curry II, who is famously known as Stephen Curry is an American professional basketball player who plays for the NBA team Golden State Warriors is in the news as Golden State Warriors take on the Boston Celtics for the coveted NBA championship ring. 

However, during the 4th quarter of the game, Stephen Curry suffered a lower left leg injury. The ball was loose and while in pursuit of it, he was caught under Celtic’s player Al Holford and was left grabbing his leg in pain.

To the delight of Golden State Warriors supporters, Curry verified his excellent health and expressed optimism about playing Game 4 of the championships at a news conference.

He was spotted walking on and about in good condition, so it appears that a good night’s sleep and multiple trips to the ice bucket did wonder for his leg. He has won three NBA championships and is recognised as one of the best shooters in NBA history.

In order to understand the importance of his presence in game 4 and his legacy, we must take a step back and look at his career thus far. 

Stephen Curry’s Age, Height & Weight 

Stephen is 34 years old as of now (2022). He definitely is above 6 feet in height as he is a professional basketball player. He stands at 6 feet 3 inches tall. His weight is perfect as per his height. The weight is approximately 84 kg.

Stephen Curry Early Life

Curry is the second child of Sonya and Dell Curry and was born in Akron, Ohio. His father played for the NBA as well, for the team Cleveland Cavaliers and Charlotte Hornets. His brother Seth and him usually accompanied their father to shoot hoops with the Hornets. He initially intended to play basketball for Virginia Tech, but ultimately decided on Davidson College.

Stephen Curry’s Personal Life

Keeping his professional life aside, Stephen Curry married his long-time girlfriend Ayesha Alexander in  2011. Together they have 3 children; Riley, Ryan, and Canon. His younger brother Seth also is a professional basketball player.

He is one of the most well-known worldwide athletes, as well as one of the highest-paid. This popularity made him the face of Under Armour’s footwear collection and is signed to the company to make exclusive shoes.

His popularity just boosts the prices of the shoes and makes them more popular among the youth.  He inspires people not only on the court but also with his charitable ventures. Curry and his wife opened the Eat. Learn. Play foundation in Ohio aims to reduce childhood hunger.

Stephen Curry Career

During his stint in his Junior year at Davidson, Curry was the NCAA scoring leader and was named a consensus first-team All-American. Curry was picked by the Warriors in the 2009 NBA draft and finished second in the Rookie of the Year award.

The warriors later changed their coach to Steve Kerr during the 2014-15 season. Kerr implemented drastic reforms within the team, giving greater liberty to Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry to shoot at liberty.

This freedom showed results on their points table with Curry being named NBA Most Valuable Player and taking his team to their first championship in 40 years. 

On 4 December 2017, Curry claimed the title of the fastest player to score 2000 career three-pointers after hitting 5 three-pointers against the New Orleans Pelicans. The same season he continued his record-breaking streak and the fifth warrior in history to score 14,000 points.

Despite suffering a Grade 2 ligament sprain and being out of the court for six weeks, he returned during the playoffs to take his team to victory. 2017 and 2018 are widely regarded as the Warrior’s greatest seasons with them winning 2 championships consecutively.

Curry’s legacy has truly impacted basketball in a positive manner and is credited for inspiring kids to play the sport and for teams to regularly utilize the three-pointer. The three-pointer is now embraced by franchisees around the world and a pace and space approach is being followed.

Prior to Curry, three-pointers were considered an occasional event with players treating them as a novelty.

Stephen Curry’s Net Worth

Being a professional Basketball player for the Golden State Warriors he earns a salary of $50 million every year and has an estimated total net worth of $160 million. He has various methods of earning which include endorsements, contracts with some famous companies, and real estate too. 

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