Ayesha Curry has dealt with imposter syndrome for a long time, and she’s not afraid to admit it. “I have terrible imposter syndrome, and he is always there to encourage me, remind me, uplift me, and be like, ‘Hey, what do you need today?'” she revealed in an interview with PEOPLE, speaking about Steph’s constant support. No matter how much she achieves, self-doubt still sneaks in, but having Steph in her corner makes all the difference.

While Steph is the reason she overcomes imposter syndrome, he is also the reason for her emotional turmoil. Being the wife of an NBA superstar comes with its fair share of emotions, and Ayesha Curry isn’t afraid to admit it. As Steph continues his chase for another championship, Ayesha opens up about the rollercoaster of feelings she experiences while watching him play.

During a recent interview with CBN, Ayesha was asked about the pressure of being in the stands, witnessing the intensity of the race to the title. “I think it’s more so, so there’s two different emotions. I think it’s more so for me, thrilling, because I’ve become such a fan, and that gets me in trouble sometimes, but I really am,” she admitted.

Ayesha didn’t hold back her admiration for the Warriors‘ superstar’s game. “I mean, he’s, people say it all the time, he’s so exciting to watch. Um, and I’m sure I’m biased because I’m his wife. And like I, every little thing.”

For Ayesha, watching the 2x MVP play has become part of her routine—one that brings both joy and emotional highs. “But yeah, I just, I fall in love with it. And like, um, so it’s just become routine for us, but a fun routine,” she shared.

The emotions in the stands, however, aren’t just hers alone. “My emotions are high when I’m in the stands. As for the rest of my family, I think we just enjoy being there with each other and experience it and seeing him succeed. It’s always, always a beautiful thing.”

While the thrill of watching her husband dominate on the court is undeniable, Ayesha’s deep emotional investment in the 4x champion’s journey often makes the experience overwhelming. But while she fully embraces that role of being an NBA superstar’s wife, there was a time when she never imagined herself dating, let alone marrying, a professional athlete.

Ayesha Curry takes a U-turn on her teenage stance

In a recent chat with CBN, Ayesha reflected on her younger self’s mindset. Back when she was a teenager—long before becoming a successful actress, author, and entrepreneur—she had one firm rule: no athletes. “You know when you’re a teenager, you don’t necessarily think about what you say. You tend to generalize. At the bottom, it said in capital letters ‘NO ATHLETES. THEY’RE SO ARROGANT.’ And like, what a generalization is that?” she recalled.

Had she stuck to that mindset, her love story with Steph might never have happened. The two met when she was just 14, and years later, at 19, they went on their first date. Ayesha quickly realized Steph was nothing like the stereotype she once believed. “I think that’s God’s way of saying don’t judge a book by its cover,” she admitted.

Steph may be one of the greatest basketball players ever, but his humility is what truly sets him apart. Unlike some NBA icons with intense leadership styles, he remains grounded. Ayesha plays a huge role in that. “We try our best to keep it real, and we try our best to be nice people. People look up to our family, but I think it’s important to know that nobody’s perfect,” she shared.

Their relationship proves that love, personal growth, and fate have a funny way of working things out. If Ayesha had clung to her teenage beliefs, she might have missed out on a lifetime with Steph. Instead, she took a chance—and it turned into something incredible.