Stephen Curry Prides Over Fellow Davidson Alum For Joining Warriors Star in Massive Honor

Before making his mark in the NBA as an All-Star and champion, Stephen Curry garnered massive attention in the college basketball scene. Mostly, due to his standout performances at Davidson. Partnering with point guard Jason Richards, Curry steered his college team to the Elite Eight of the 2008 NCAA Tournament. Although they faced defeat against Kansas City, their remarkable underdog journey in the 2008 tournament remains etched in college basketball history. Now, more than a decade later, the two points’ camaraderie endures, as they continue to share insights about their careers and fondly reminisce about their Davidson days.

Recently, when Richards earned a well-deserved spot in Davidson’s college athletics hall of fame, the four-time NBA champion couldn’t help but extend his congratulations. Taking to his Instagram stories, Steph expressed his pride, writing “Proud of you,” accompanied by a hand and glove emoji, and tagging Richards in the post.

Interestingly, Richards harbored an NBA dream as well. Following his graduation in 2008, he showcased his skills in the NBA Summer League, featuring with the Miami Heat and the Utah Flash (now Delaware Blue Coats). However, compelled by multiple serious knee injuries, including ACL, he decided to retire in 2010.

Now, as Curry breathes life into their shared dream, Richards stands as a devoted supporter of his former teammate. Despite his hectic schedule, Richards consistently makes time to attend Curry’s NBA finals, even when they are on the road. Additionally, he played a crucial role in the success of Curry’s ‘Underrated’ Documentary.

Stephen Curry does not regret his last Davidson game

Whether engaging in a casual interview for a YouTube channel or a more formal telecast service, Stephen Curry has frequently fielded questions about his memorable Elite Eight game from his Davidson days. On each occasion, he has consistently expressed gratitude, especially when reflecting on the pivotal last shot – a potential game-winner.

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Against the Kansas Jayhawks, Stephen Curry experienced a slow start but soon ignited, contributing 25 points to lead the Wildcats in erasing a substantial deficit. In the closing moments, with 16 seconds left on the shot clock and the Wildcats trailing by two points, Curry had been averaging nearly 32 points throughout the tournament, making him the frontrunner in taking the last shot. However, due to a double-team, Curry opted to pass to Jason Richards for a better look at the rim. Unfortunately, Richards did not connect.

Although this decision could have potentially reshaped Curry’s career, starting from his NBA induction, he has never expressed regret about the play. He firmly believes it was the right decision to make.

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