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Stephen Curry just won his 4th NBA title recently against the Boston Celtics. This win puts him in elite company alongside players like LeBron James and Shaquille O’Neal, who have 4 titles as well. While any player around the world would love to play with Curry, one player refused to play with him. Moreover, it was a big mistake as his career fell off soon after. Curry made his big break into the NBA when the Golden State Warriors drafted him in 2009. Steph was already a college superstar, and he was hungry to continue his dominance in the league. During that time, Monta Ellis was the leader of the Warriors. READ MORE: Former NBA Champion, Who Prayed for LeBron James’ Downfall, Unveils Bizarre Beef That Was Resolved With a “Boxing Match” [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-former-nba-champion-who-prayed-for-lebron-james-downfall-unveils-bizarre-beef-that-was-resolved-with-a-boxing-match/] Although he was an important player for the Warriors [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/golden-state-warriors/], Monta made a huge mistake, which was a deciding factor in his promising career. GOLDEN STATE STAR REFUSED TO PLAY WITH STEPHEN CURRY While it might be a dream for millions of fans and athletes around the world to play with Stephen Curry [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/stephen-curry/], Monta Ellis wanted no business with him. According to the then Warriors star, two small point guards could not work against the big point guards dominating the league at that time. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200512193502/monta-ellis.jpg] Safe to say, he wasn’t wrong. The Warriors struggled, and the two struggled to play together. And injuries didn’t help their cause. But the Warriors made the ultimate decision to stick with Curry and build a team around him. So Ellis was traded during the 2011-12 season despite being one of the best players on the team. Although the fans were against the decision at the time, the front office was ultimately right. Curry became one of their best players and he formed an integral part of the ‘Big Three’. Curry recently led the team to a fourth NBA title in 8 years. On the other hand, Monte Ellis hasn’t played since the 2016-17 season. He ended his career with an average [https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/e/ellismo01.html] of 17.8 points, 4.6 assists, and 3.5 rebounds. WATCH THIS STORY: Millionaire Actress Gabrielle Unions Bold Dress in Public Photo With Husband Dwyane Wade Turns Heads [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/nba-basketball-news-millionaire-actress-gabrielle-unions-bold-dress-in-public-photo-with-husband-dwyane-wade-turns-heads/] Do you think Stephen Curry can win the NBA title next season? Let us know in the comments down below. 

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Stephen Curry's Net Worth 2024</h2>
Stephen Curry did not earn a lot early in his NBA career. Now, having established himself as one of the best players in the league, he is one of the highest-earning basketball players in the world. He became the first player to sign a $200 million contract in 2017. The sharpshooter signed a four-year $215.35 million contract extension with the <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/golden-state-warriors/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Golden State Warriors</a> in 2021, with an annual average salary of $53 million. And while doing so, he also became the first player to sign two straight contracts worth over $200 million.

[caption id="attachment_2474127" align="alignnone" width="4323"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2474127" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-12-20T054606Z_45622464_MT1USATODAY22143535_RTRMADP_3_NBA-BOSTON-CELTICS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="" width="4323" height="2882" /> Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after scoring against the Boston Celtics during the overtime period at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Curry has an estimated net worth of $160 million, according to recent reports. He has earned over $354,721,977 over 15 seasons with the Golden State Warriors. Also, like most world-class athletes, Steph earns a lot from endorsements and partnerships as well. In 2022, he was the 5th highest-paid athlete in the world earning $92.8 million, with $45.8 million in NBA salary and $47 million in endorsements.
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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">The early life of Stephen Curry</h2>
Stephen Curry was born on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio. The four-time NBA champion was brought up in Charlotte, North Carolina. After graduating from Charlotte Christian High School, Curry joined Davidson College in 2006. The point guard slowly but steadily became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college, Curry declared for the NBA draft in 2009. He later completed his bachelor's degree in sociology in May 2022.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s family and personal life</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was born to NBA veteran Dell and Sonya Curry. Much like Steph, Dell was a sharpshooter as well and played 16 seasons in the league, with 10 of them spent with the Hornets. Steph was born just two years after his father entered the NBA. So, naturally, he grew up around the league. The two-time NBA MVP has two younger siblings: Seth and Sydel Curry. Seth currently plays for the Dallas Mavericks, signing a two-year contract in 2023.

Steph married Ayesha Curry in 2011 in front of friends and family, after dating for a few years. The couple has three children together: Riley, Ryan, and Canon Curry. Given Curry's popularity, his children are in the spotlight as well and have quickly become internet sensations.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s career timeline</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was not dreaming of playing college basketball for Davidson College. However, most D1 college coaches thought Curry was too small and slight. Davidson was the only D1 college to offer him a scholarship because the head coach, Rob McKillop, believed in his abilities. It was a blessing in disguise for <em>The Baby-Faced Assassin,</em> as he improved consistently for the Wildcats. He soon became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college basketball from 2006 to 2009 with some impressive performances, he declared for the NBA draft.

The Golden State Warriors selected Steph as the 7th overall pick, arguably the best decision the team has ever made. However, Curry did not bring success to the team overnight. Even though Curry showed flashes of greatness after entering the league, he suffered from multiple injuries that often kept him sidelined. So the Warriors' decision to draft the young star was under scrutiny.

[caption id="attachment_2474092" align="alignnone" width="3287"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2474092" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-12-20T055807Z_1149708489_MT1USATODAY22143576_RTRMADP_3_NBA-BOSTON-CELTICS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="" width="3287" height="2191" /> Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) attempts a three-point shot against the Boston Celtics during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

At the time, Monta Ellis was the best player on the team. Despite Curry's injury woes, they continued to believe in him and his abilities. In 2012, the Dubs traded Ellis to the Milwaukee Bucks and showed their intention to build the team around Curry, which was considered a major gamble by many. Safe to say, it has paid off in multiple folds. And no one is questioning the decision now.

As Curry improved his overall health and fitness, he started playing at a high level consistently. Curry won back-to-back MVP awards in 2015 and 2016, with the second one making him the first-ever unanimous award recipient. He led the Warriors to their first championship in 40 years in 2015 and won again in 2017 and 2018.

After a few disappointing seasons, the Warriors were back at the top of the tree as Curry won the Finals MVP award for the first time in 2022 after leading the Warriors to their fourth title in eight years.

<span style="font-weight: 400">In 2023, Curry surpassed Wilt Chamberlain (7,216) for the most field goals made in Warriors history with 7,222. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">He also became the first player in NBA history to score at least 10,000 career points off of three-pointers.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Against the Sacramento Kings, Curry became the first player to score 50 points in a Game 7 and surpassed Kevin Durant's previous record of 48 points before being overtaken by Celtics’ Jayson Tatum. </span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s NBA career stats</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season games played - 919</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season points per game - 24.7</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season assists per game - 6.4</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season rebounds per game - 4.7</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Playoff games played - 147</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason points per game - 27.0</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason assists per game - 6.2</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason rebounds per game - 5.3</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s partnerships and endorsements</b></h2>
Some of the most important endorsements and partnerships of Stephen Curry are as follows:

Under Armor

Brita

Palm

Nissan/Infiniti

JP Morgan Chase

Rakuten

Chase

Sony

Unilever

Vivo
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">4× NBA champion (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Finals MVP (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA Most Valuable Player (2015, 2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">9× NBA All-Star (2014–2019, 2021–2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Star Game MVP (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">4× All-NBA First Team (2015, 2016, 2019, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">4× All-NBA Second Team (2014, 2017, 2022, 2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">All-NBA Third Team (2018)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie First Team (2010)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA scoring champion (2016, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2015, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA steals leader (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">50–40–90 club (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Sportsmanship Award (2011)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Social Justice Champion Award (2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA 75th Anniversary Team</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">AP Athlete of the Year (2015)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus first-team All-American (2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus second-team All-American (2008)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NCAA season scoring leader (2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× SoCon Player of the Year (2008, 2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">3× First-team All-SoCon (2007–2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">No. 30 retired by Davidson Wildcats</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 18pt"><b>Stephen Curry’s c</b><b>harity work and philanthropy</b></span></h2>
Stephen Curry is a philanthropist and gives back to the community by more than one means. Steph and his wife Ayesha Curry founded <em>Eat. Learn. Play Foundation</em>. The foundation focuses on providing good nutrition, quality education, and safe places to play for children in need. The 2022 All-Star Game MVP is also involved in other charities like Animal Rescue Foundation, United Nations Foundation, Nothing But Nets, Brotherhood Crusade, and V Foundation for Cancer Research.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s shoe deal</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was a Nike athlete initially. In the 2013 off-season, he signed with Under Armour in a deal worth $4 million. With his ever-increasing superstardom and success, Curry soon became the face of the brand. He, in turn, helped popularise the brand around the world. Then in 2017, Curry re-signed with Under Armour and also received equity as part of the lucrative $215 million deal.

In 2020, UA historically launched the Curry brand in competition with the Jordan brand. Curry recently signed a new long-term contract with the brand which will run past his retirement as per various sources. Even though the financial details of the deal are not disclosed, it is believed to be one of the<em> "richest-ever"</em> endorsement deals in sports. So far, Under Armour and Curry have released 11 signature shoes together.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s house</b></h2>
Stephen Curry has bought multiple properties over the years. He reportedly purchased a house near his hometown Charlotte for $1.275 million in 2011, eventually selling it in 2019. Curry then bought a new mansion in Atherton, CA for a whopping $30 million, where he and his family currently reside.  The new Atherton property is an upgrade from their previous home in the same area.

Curry also bought a house for $2.1 million in Florida last year, which is <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-stephen-curry-splurged-2-1-million-from-his-160-million-net-worth-only-to-buy-a-house-where-nobody-lives/" target="_self" rel="noopener">not occupied by anyone</a>. He reportedly purchased it for a family member.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s rings</b></h2>
Stephen Curry has won four NBA championships with the Golden State Warriors so far. He earned his first-ever NBA All-Star call-up in 2014. Then in 2015, Curry won the NBA MVP award as he was unstoppable beyond the three-point arc. He is the only player in the history to win the award unanimously. In the same year, Curry also led the Warriors to their first-ever championship in 40 years.

The nine-time NBA All-Star won another MVP award in 2016 as well. Curry and the Dubs continued their ascension and have won three more titles. He also won his first-ever All-Star Game MVP award and his first-ever NBA Finals MVP award last year leading the team to the championship. In 2023, <span style="font-weight: 400">Curry was named into the All-Star Team for the 9th time.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s social media accounts</b></h2>
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<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/stephencurry30/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@stephencurry30</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/StephenCurry30?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@StephenCurry30</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/StephenCurryOfficial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@Stephen Curry</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Website</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.sc30.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://sc30.com/</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<td>Full Name</td>
<td>Wardell Stephen Curry II</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Popular Name</td>
<td>Stephen Curry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Birth Date</td>
<td>March 14, 1988</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Akron, Ohio</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Height</td>
<td>6’ 3” (1.91 m)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<td>84 kg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Parents</td>
<td>Dell Curry and Sonya Curry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Siblings</td>
<td>Seth and Sydel Curry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>African American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$160 Million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Salary</td>
<td>$53 Million</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spouse</td>
<td>Ayesha Curry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Children</td>
<td>Riley, Ryan, and Canon</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Profession</td>
<td>Basketball player</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Team</td>
<td>Golden State Warriors</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rings</td>
<td>4</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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