Steph Curry vs. LeBron James? That’s a fair debate. But Steph Curry vs. Tiger Woods? Now that’s a comparison no one saw coming. And yet, here we are. Curry’s name is etched in NBA greatness, but those who know him beyond the hardwood understand there’s another side to his game, one that has nothing to do with basketball. Much like Michael Jordan, Curry isn’t just a magician with a ball in his hands; he’s also a serious talent on the golf course. Sounds unbelievable, right? If you’re a hardcore Curry fan, this won’t shock you. But not everyone is convinced. Certainly not Dwyane Wade.

When it comes to golf, Steph Curry is a true student of the game. He’s been playing since he was 10 and is a scratch golfer, meaning he regularly shoots even par or better. To put that into perspective, only about 2% of all golfers can say the same. For a guy whose day job is being an NBA superstar, that’s nothing short of remarkable. While Curry has never publicly stated he wants to go pro, his skills have sparked speculation among fans and analysts alike.

Curry has even worked with legendary coach Butch Harmon, one of the best minds in the sport. Even Harmon praised Curry’s talent. “He’s an incredibly talented golfer, with tremendous, natural ability,” he said. So, if Curry ever decided to swap his sneakers for spikes, he might just go pro. But before we get carried away, Dwyane Wade offers a reality check.

On a recent episode of The Dwyane Wade Podcast, the conversation took a swing toward golf. Chris Paul casually threw out a thought: “So, Steph could be a pro golfer,” and waited for reactions. Bob Metelus nodded in agreement. Wade? Not so much. “No, no, no, stop disrespecting golf,” Wade fired back before breaking it down. “Let’s take basketball. Steph Curry in LA Fitness, is incredible. Steph Curry in the NBA, next level. You can’t take a guy to LA Fitness and put him in the league and think because he dominates LA Fitness, he can dominate The League. Yeah, no doubt, so Steph Curry would be an amazing golfer. He could not be a pro.” End of discussion.

Wade isn’t wrong—true pros like Tiger Woods and Cameron Smith spend decades honing their craft. Sure, legends like Michael Jordan and Steph Curry might outshine weekend golfers or even some lower-tier pros. But calling them professionals? That’s a stretch. Curry’s golf skills are impressive but let’s not blur the lines between elite and legendary.

While Wade may not see Curry as a future golf pro, their business approaches tell a different story. One area where they do share a competitive mindset? Investment.

Dwyane Wade snubs Million-Dollar deal to team up with Steph Curry

Since leaving the NBA, Dwyane Wade has strategically expanded his business empire. From part-owning the Utah Jazz and Chicago Sky to co-owning Real Salt Lake, he’s built a $170 million empire. But even with his sharp investment instincts, there’s one opportunity he initially passed on, one that Stephen Curry jumped on early and is already profiting from.

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Earlier this month, Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s basketball league, revealed Curry as a key investor. The Golden State Warriors star joined the league’s oversubscribed Series A investment round in December, helping raise over $28 million. Now, as Unrivaled gains momentum, Wade is looking to make his move.

Speaking on TIME OUT with Dwyane Wade, he laid out his plan:”Steph Curry…is one of the investors in his league. He has a group and now they [are] allowing groups to come in. And so you got someone like me who is a serial investor. I’m looking for the next round because I want to be a part of this.”

But did Wade wait too long? With Unrivaled picking up steam and Curry already in the mix, is The Flash making a smart late entry or did he just miss out on a game-changing opportunity? What do you think?