'4 championships in 16 years is crazy' - NBA fans get nostalgic as Golden State Warriors celebrate Stephen Curry's iconic legacy in a tribute post
Stephen Curry
remains one of the most loyal athletes in
NBA
, who has spent his entire career dedicated to just one team, the
Golden State Warriors
. The player was selected into the team as the seventh overall pick in the 2009 NBA draft. It's like the team's luck had changed after Curry's inclusion, leading to
4 championship wins
from 2009 to date. Honoring the player's legacy, the official account of the Warriors on X posted a picture depicting Curry's evolution as a tribute to his
iconic legacy.
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Stephen Curry led Golden State Warriors to 4 championship trophies since 2009, earned the MVP award twice
The Golden State Warriors had a great start in the 2024-25 season as well, with their win over the Houston Rockets in round 1. However, Warriors' point guard Stephen Curry's exit from the next match in round 2, owing to an injury, proved to be beneficial for the opposing team, the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Warriors had a disappointing playoff and ended their season run in the second round.
Despite the disappointing playoff performance, the team's credibility cannot be undermined by the past playoffs with Curry as part of the team.
Between 2009 and the present date, the Warriors have won the championship trophy four times - 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022. During the last 16 years, along with bring the trophy for the team, Curry won the MVP award twice and earned 11 All-Star honors. Even with a limited run in the 2024-25 season, the player averaged a score of 24.5 points, 4.4 rebounds and 6.0 assists.
As a sign of respect to the player's contribution towards the team and his unquestionable loyalty, the Warriors put up a post across different social media platforms showcasing the evolution of Curry from Year 1 to year 16.
In no time, the post ignited nostalgic memories amongst the fans, bringing in reactions inclusive of praises and appreciation from fans around different corners of the world.
While fans are showering praises for the player, one of the users wrote, while anticipating another one of a kind performance from Curry in the future, 'Big30. chefcurry he's coming for another crazy one'
Players like Curry are one of a kind and this has been well acknowledged by fans around the globe, 'We so lucky to witness this typa player'
'Greatest shooter of all time, arguably the best PG of all time, THE CHEF.'
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'4 championships in 16 years is crazy'
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Warriors' post has made fans nostalgic, especially for the ones who have witnessed the development within the player from Year 1 to Year 16. The player has also been credited with revolutionising the sport by inspiring teams and players to opt for 3-point shots more prominently. With the support of fans and incoming praises, the Golden State Warriors with the trio - Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green look forward for a more successful run next season.
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