A new generation of stars will soon fulfill their lifelong dreams. The 2023 NBA draft is now just one week away. A highly skilled and competitive class is waiting to get a piece of the world’s best players. The 7-foot marvel Victor Wembanyama is heading the selections. There is, however, a close rival, an equally talked about 19-year-old who has the guidance of Stephen Curry.
The four-time NBA champion participated in a practice with his ‘protege’ in hopes to gear him up for an around-the-corner matchup.
Stephen Curry trains with a projected top-three pick
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If there is a prospect after Wembanyama, it is Scoot Henderson. The G-League talent has mesmerized fans with his explosive athleticism and dynamic gameplay. He recently earned his stripes with Puma and is all set to debut the new PUMA All-Pro NITRO, according to Sneaker News. The 19-year-old has familiarised himself with a dedicated work ethic, and a keen starvation to improve constantly.
As his workout clips boom among fans, he is now taking things a step further. Just a week away from being an NBA player, Henderson got his first piece of league training with one of the best – Stephen Curry.
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“Just learning from him, his different habits, seeing how hard he works, is great. I love being in the gym with him,” said Henderson about training with Curry.
Scoot entered a mentorship with Steph Curry ahead of the draft and talked about it at the NBA Draft Combine.
“Just learning from him, his different habits, seeing how hard he works, is great. I love being in the gym with him.” https://t.co/Q4NRpezdkC
— Krysten Peek (@krystenpeek) June 15, 2023
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The Golden State Warriors ace enjoyed a late-night workout with Scoot Henderson. Sharing his experience the two-time MVP wrote on his Instagram story, “Put in slight work with @thereal0_ last night! Preppin him for the season.”
It was only last month that Curry entered into a “mentorship and strategic alliance” with Scoot Henderson. He aims to help the ravishing talent by taking him under his wing.“I have been watching Scoot and his family for a while now, and I am beyond impressed with what he has accomplished thus far and excited to watch him take control of his future and grow,” said Stephen Curry about the G-League Ignite point guard as reported by Sports Illustrated.
Henderson has the tools to be a rising star in the NBA. The 19-year-old is full of promise. Now with Curry guiding him in his journey, he has the mentorship of one of the league’s most prestigious stars.
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