Stephen Curry is indeed a generational genius. He led the Golden State Warriors into one of the greatest dynasties in NBA history. Stephen started his NBA career in 2009 and won 4 championships and 2 MVP trophies in his 14-year career. In addition to his NBA accolades, his otherworldly shooting ability has made him one of the greatest players in history. But when Curry entered the NBA draft, no one thought he would reach this level of superstardom. In fact, six players have been drafted into the NBA before the four-time champion. One of those players is former MVP James Harden.
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After 14 years of being snubbed by the bearded man, Chef Curry has surpassed LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers with a fortune of $6.55 billion.
Stephen Curry overtakes LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers
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After dominating the NBA for nearly a decade, the Golden State Warriors have become the most valuable team in the league. The Warriors’ valuation passed the staggering $7 billion mark. This is something no other NBA team has done. The Warriors defeated two of the most storied NBA teams: LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks. It’s astounding how quickly the Warriors have risen up the rankings, surpassing the Los Angeles Lakers, the team with the most championships in NBA history. The Golden State Warriors owe their success largely to the Steph effect.
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2009: The Warriors draft Stephen Curry with the seventh overall pick.
2010: Joe Lacob et al. Purchased the Warriors for $450 million.
2023: Golden State Warriors have the highest valuation in the NBA at $7B. #stepheneffect pic.twitter.com/w64REeWVsA
— TheWarriorsTalk (@TheWarriorsTalk) October 1, 2023
Steph, an undersized guard from Davidson, was selected No. 7 overall in the 2009 NBA draft. Future superstars, including Blake Griffin and James Harden, were drafted ahead of Warriors legends because scouts believed their ceilings were higher. Stephen Curry has proven to be a late bloomer and has flourished in the Warriors system. When he made his first All-Star team and changed the way NBA basketball was played, he became one of the best shooters in the game. After breaking every possible record related to three-pointers, Steph ascended to the throne as the all-time top scorer.
There would be no Golden State Warriors without Stephen Curry
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The Golden State Warriors might never have achieved this level of success if they hadn’t gone all out against the baby-faced assassin. There was a time when Warriors fans were angry because the front office chose Stephen Curry over Monta Ellis to build their team. However, the Warriors thanked their star for making the right decision.
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Although several greats such as Klay Thompson, Draymond Green and Kevin Durant helped the Warriors win 4 championships, none of this would be possible without Stephen Curry. Because of his skills, he requires so much attention from defenders that other players have an easier time getting chances on the pitch.
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Seeing the success the Golden State Warriors have had over the past 14 years, the five teams that snubbed Stephen Curry in the 2009 draft would love to have a time machine and re-draft.
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