What Age Did Curry Get Drafted
Hey there, sports fans! You might know Steph Curry as the NBA's reigning three-point king, but did you know he wasn't always the instant superstar we know today? Let's rewind...
Hey there, sports fans! You might know Steph Curry as the NBA's reigning three-point king, but did you know he wasn't always the instant superstar we know today? Let's rewind time and find out just when this basketball phenom got drafted. Buckle up for a fun ride!
High School Hotshot
Steph's basketball journey started way before the NBA. He was a high school sensation, breaking records left and right. By his senior year, he was already making a name for himself, averaging a whopping 30 points per game. Talk about a teenage hoops prodigy!
But here's where it gets interesting. Steph wasn't always the tall, lanky shooter we see today. In high school, he was actually shorter than his younger brother Seth! Can you imagine little Steph Curry, not yet the towering 6'2" he is now?
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College Calling
After high school, Steph headed to Davidson College, a small school in North Carolina. He was a man on a mission, leading his team to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament during his sophomore year. That's right, folks! Steph was making waves even in college.
But here's a fun fact for you. Steph wasn't always a three-point specialist. In his freshman year, he attempted just 26 three-pointers the entire season! It wasn't until his sophomore year that he started raining threes from downtown.
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Draft Day
Now, you're probably wondering, "When did Steph finally get drafted into the NBA?" Well, hold onto your hats! Steph Curry was drafted seventh overall in the 2009 NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors. That's right, he was a top-10 pick!
But here's where it gets funny. Steph was drafted just one spot ahead of another future NBA star - none other than Jonny Flynn! Talk about a close call. Can you imagine a world where Steph wasn't a Warrior?
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Warrior Born
Fast forward to today, and Steph is not just a Warrior, but the face of the franchise. He's won three NBA championships, two MVP awards, and holds the record for most three-pointers made in a single season. Not bad for a kid who was once shorter than his little brother!
So there you have it, folks! Steph Curry got drafted into the NBA in 2009, and the rest, as they say, is history. It's been one heck of a ride, and we're all loving the show. Until next time, sports fans!