Steph Curry’s 6-Year-Old Son Channels Klay Thompson as Viral Chase Center Move Sparks Warriors Fans’ Nostalgia

It seems the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree when it comes to the Curry family! In a moment that’s quickly going viral – the 6-year-old son of Stephen Curry, Canon, channeled his inner Klay Thompson for a paper airplane trick at Chase Center. With a little help from the popular sports and comedy group Dude Perfect’s Coby and Cory Cotton, Canon sent the paper plane soaring from the first floor to the awe of everyone watching.

What’s even more impressive?

Coby, who was on the court, raced to catch it before it hit the ground—a perfect display of balance and accuracy for such a little guy! But here’s the kicker: this wasn’t just another cute moment. Almost 2 years after witnessing a heartwarming DP-Luka Doncic collab, fans couldn’t help but feel a rush of nostalgia watching Canon with his paper plane. And why was that?

Simply because we were reminded of Thompson’s famous paper plane antics in press conferences. The 4x champion became a fan favorite not only for his 3-point shots but also for his quirky, laid-back vibe—including those fun paper airplane creations. It’s not hard to see why it was sentimental. Canon’s moment was the perfect reminder of how much fun the Warriors’ legacy is off the court, too.

And we definitely are not in a hurry to forget that adorable “Hello Klay Thompson,” are we now? As the video made its rounds on social media, fans were left both chuckling and reminiscing.

Klay Thompson-inspired Canon Curry trick has fans giving props to “Unc Klay”

“Definitely got it from his unc Klay!!” commented one user, referring to the strong resemblance Steph Jr.’s paper airplane skills have to Klay Thompson’s antics. By highlighting the connection between Canon’s impressive airplane trick and Klay’s own on-court (and off-court) personality, the fan is jokingly suggesting that Canon’s trick is a genetic trait passed down from his “unc” (uncle) Klay, tapping into the shared playful and lighthearted nature of the Curry-Thompson duo.

Another fan seems ready to cry at a moment’s notice as they wrote, “Klay would be so proud,” followed by a lone-tear emoji, implying that the fan feels a mix of pride and nostalgia as if Klay himself might shed a tear at seeing Canon, so young, already embracing the same quirky behavior.

This next fan hilariously charges (read: credits) Klay Thompson for Canon Curry’s impressive trick. “I blame Klay for this,” they said, followed by a laughing-with-tears emoji. Since Klay is well-known for his own paper airplane shenanigans during press conferences, the fan is playfully suggesting that Klay’s influence might have passed on to young Canon. From once calling his paper airplane an F16 to “gifting” Stephen Curry a sharp-looking piece of art during a presser before the duo let it fly, oh, those were the days!

Interestingly, though, that wasn’t all that fans noticed. Many were in shock at how grown little Canon looked. “Cannon lowkey tall,” noted one fan, followed by a skull-face emoji, indicating their disbelief. It also reflected how much fans feel connected to the Curry family as they watch Canon grow up in the public eye.

And finally, this fan even has predicted a number: “Cannon Curry look like he’s going to be about 6’5,” they commented, followed by a crying-a-river-emoji, no doubt reflecting how sad they were to see the young son of Steph grow up so fast. They are also mournfully acknowledging how time is passing by and how much Canon is maturing, evoking a sense of nostalgia. Especially for those who remember watching him as a much younger child.

While we do enjoy watching Canon grow into his own person, we can’t help but lament how fast it’s happening. Well, it’s a sign that the next generation of Curry is getting taller by the minute! And it’s fun to imagine just how much he’ll grow in the years to come.

While Steph Curry’s son certainly isn’t quite ready to join the team yet, his playful tribute to Klay Thompson made for a heartwarming flashback to some of the team’s lighter moments. Whether it’s the nostalgia for the ex-Warrior’s playful presser habits or just the simple joy of seeing the next generation carry the torch, Canon Curry’s paper airplane stunt has definitely left a mark.