The Golden State Warriors are in unfamiliar territory. Fifty-five games in, they sit 10th in the West with a 28-27 record—far from the dynasty that once ruled the league. Painful? Absolutely. The magic Steve Kerr built in 2014 is slipping away, the dominance fading. But if there’s one thing about NBA All-Star Stephen Curry, it’s this—he never stops believing. Now, as the All-Star Weekend takes center stage at Chase Center, all eyes turn to Curry’s home turf. This isn’t just another All-Star appearance for the 36-year-old, his 11th to be exact. It’s a moment of reflection, a reminder of resilience. And Steph, never one to back down, has a message—not just for his team, but for the believers.
Just before the festivities began, he took to Instagram with a post that wasn’t just nostalgia—it was a statement. A carousel of seventeen photos, starting with Curry in a purple outfit, followed by a picture of an energetic crowd cheering for him. Some more Stephen Curry‘s ‘OOTD’ moments and a few clips of him facing Klay Thompson, Kyrie Irving, and having a moment with Butler. However, it’s the caption that’s caught the audience’s attention. The Golden State Warriors superstar wrote: “55 down…. Catch our breath, all star in the Bay- then we get back to it.”
Stephen Curry recalls memories from the NCAA days amidst his vows of a comeback
Back in 2008, Stephen Curry was just a rising star at Davidson, lighting up the NCAA. Then, he heard a wild rumor—LeBron James wanted tickets to watch him play in the Sweet 16. Sounded too good to be true. But then, game night arrived. And there he was—LeBron, fresh off a Cavs game, sitting right behind the press row. Watching. Witnessing. The moment was real, and so was the future that followed.
“Even Davidson, the fan base, we all wore red ‘Witness’ T-shirts,” Curry recalled of the Nike slogan for James back then. Not long after, the Cavs rolled into Charlotte to face the Bobcats. This time, Curry was the one in the stands, watching LeBron do his thing. But the real moment came after. James handed him a signed No. 23 Cavs jersey, marked with a message—“The Best Player in N.C.” A gift, a nod, a prophecy. Years later, Curry smiled, remembering, “I still got it at my dad’s house in Charlotte.”
Dec 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (left) and Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (right) talk before the game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
Fifteen years after LeBron watched Curry tear up March Madness, the Warriors made a bold play to bring him to the Bay. With Draymond Green pushing for it, owner Joe Lacob made the call—to Lakers owner Jeanie Buss. A secret 24-hour window, a daring inquiry. Could LeBron join forces with Steph? The Lakers weren’t budging, but they pointed Lacob to Rich Paul. The dream flickered for a moment—then faded just as fast.
From college dreams to NBA legacies, Steph and LeBron’s paths have always crossed. Now, as Curry gears up for the final stretch of the season, his message is clear—he’s not done fighting. The Warriors may be down, but their leader stands firm, eyes locked on the prize. The past shaped him, the present fuels him, and the future? Still, his to write.
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