The San Jose Sharks hit the jackpot back in May 2024, when they snagged the No. 1 overall pick in the NHL Draft. And yeah, they did what everyone expected—they took Macklin Celebrini, the son of Rick Celebrini, director of sports medicine and performance for the Golden State Warriors. With his dad working so closely with the Dubs, Macklin’s practically grown up around Stephen Curry and the squad—he’s definitely soaked up some of that championship energy.
Steph even gave him the nickname: “Chester,” because, according to Steph, “his hands are so filthy, just like after eating a big ol’ bag of Cheetos.”. And the Celebrini-Dubs connection doesn’t stop there. Back on October 10, 2024, Draymond sat next to Rick Celebrini and the rest of the family in a suite at SAP Center, soaking in the atmosphere. Since then, he’s been spotted at pressers literally rocking Macklin’s jersey like it’s part of his game-day fit.
So when Steph showed up at a Sharks game in San Jose with his family on Saturday as the Sharks took on the Seattle Kraken, it felt like everything came full circle. Cameras caught him chilling in a suite, kids in tow, with Riley rocking a Sharks beanie like she’s been on the bandwagon. NBC broadcasters couldn’t help but comment on the scene unfolding in the background. “Steph, here with his family tonight, and then looks like there’s a little bit of mayhem in that tonight,” the announcer said mid-game. “There’s, uh, mini sticks going on. There’s basketballs flying around, and everybody’s having a great time—the way it should be.”
Steph Curry is in the house to watch Celebrini and the Sharks pic.twitter.com/gLEL5VC1Zn
— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) April 6, 2025
It didn’t take long to figure out who was behind the ruckus: Canon Curry. The 6-year-old has become something of a viral staple thanks to his sideline antics, and this moment was no different. Between hockey sticks and basketballs zipping through the suite, the youngest Curry clearly had no interest in sitting still.
But if you’re wondering how the 11x All-Star handles life with four kids—this wild energy included—he’s figured out a few things along the way.
Stephen Curry reveals how he handles all his kids
Even with a packed schedule—16 seasons in the NBA, a Peacock show in the works, and a new drink collab with Michelle Obama’s PLEZi Nutrition—Stephen Curry still calls “dad” his favorite role. With four kids (ages 12, 9, 6, and an infant), his life is anything but quiet. Just ask anyone who saw Canon turning a Sharks game suite into a playground.
Steph and Ayesha figured out early that there’s no one-size-fits-all game plan when it comes to parenting. “They’re all so different,” the 2x MVP told Fortune. He realized fast that each kid needs their own kind of attention. One might need a pep talk, another just a hug. “As quickly as you can, learn what they respond to the most,” he said.
Nov 22, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) with wife Ayesha Curry prior to the game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
That thinking inspired his 2022 children’s book I Have a Superpower—a story about believing in yourself even when you don’t look like the biggest or fastest on the court. It’s a page out of Steph’s own life and falls in line with the idea of “panda parenting,” which encourages letting kids discover who they are.
And when things go sideways, the 4x Champion keeps it real with a simple mantra: “Control your WABA”—words, actions, behavior, and attitude. That’s what he drills into them. “You can’t control outcomes,” he told Fatherly, “but you can control your approach.”
His bottom line? Love them through it all. Because for Steph, being present, even in the chaos, is what really matters. Honestly, that’s one parenting playbook we can all learn from.
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