Career Timeline of Seth Curry: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Seth Curry, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Seth Curry is an American professional basketball player known for his exceptional three-point shooting ability, currently ranking seventh in NBA history for career three-point field goal percentage. He played college basketball at Liberty University and Duke. He is the son of former NBA player Dell Curry and the younger brother of NBA superstar Stephen Curry. He last played for the Charlotte Hornets.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2006: State Final Appearance

In 2006, while Seth Curry was on varsity, Charlotte Christian made a state final appearance. His three years on varsity saw Charlotte Christian amass a 105-24 overall record, including the state final appearance in 2006.

2008: Graduation from Charlotte Christian School

In 2008, Seth Curry graduated from Charlotte Christian School, where he was a three-year starter for the Knights' basketball team. During his senior year in 2008, he averaged 22.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists, earning all-conference, all-state, and first team SAA All-American accolades.

2008: Plays at Liberty University

In 2008, Seth Curry played at Liberty University before transferring to Duke after the 2008-09 season.

2009: Transfer to Duke

After the 2008–09 season, Seth Curry transferred from Liberty University to Duke. Due to NCAA transfer rules, Curry sat out the 2009–10 basketball season.

2009: Competed in FIBA Under-19 World Championship

In 2009, Seth Curry competed for the United States in the FIBA Under-19 World Championship in New Zealand, winning the tournament by defeating Greece 88–80 in the final.

February 9, 2011: Season High Against North Carolina

On February 9, 2011, Seth Curry scored a season-high 22 points against North Carolina while playing for Duke.

December 29, 2012: Career High Against Santa Clara

On December 29, 2012, Seth Curry scored a career-high 31 points against Santa Clara while playing for Duke.

August 23, 2013: Signs with Golden State Warriors

On August 23, 2013, Seth Curry signed a non-guaranteed contract with the Golden State Warriors.

October 25, 2013: Waived by Golden State Warriors

On October 25, 2013, Seth Curry was waived by the Golden State Warriors after appearing in six preseason games.

November 1, 2013: Acquired by Santa Cruz Warriors

On November 1, 2013, Seth Curry was acquired by the Santa Cruz Warriors of the NBA Development League as an affiliate player.

December 24, 2013: Signs with Memphis Grizzlies

On December 24, 2013, Seth Curry signed with the Memphis Grizzlies.

2013: Finished the 2013-14 NBA D-League season

Seth Curry finished the 2013-14 NBA D-League season with averages of 19.7 points, 3.1 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 1.4 steals in 38 games.

January 5, 2014: NBA Debut and waived by Grizzlies

On January 5, 2014, Seth Curry made his NBA debut and was subsequently waived by the Memphis Grizzlies.

February 3, 2014: Named Futures All-Star

On February 3, 2014, Seth Curry was named to the Futures All-Star roster for the 2014 NBA D-League All-Star Game.

March 21, 2014: Signs with Cleveland Cavaliers

On March 21, 2014, Seth Curry signed a 10-day contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

July 2014: Joins Summer Leagues

In July 2014, Seth Curry joined the Orlando Magic for the Orlando Summer League and the Phoenix Suns for the Las Vegas Summer League.

September 29, 2014: Signs with Orlando Magic

On September 29, 2014, Seth Curry signed with the Orlando Magic.

October 7, 2014: D-League Rights Acquired

On October 7, 2014, Seth Curry's D-League rights were acquired by the Magic's affiliated team, the Erie BayHawks, in a trade with the Santa Cruz Warriors.

2014: Averaged 23.8 points for Erie

In 2014-15, Seth Curry averaged 23.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.4 steals per game in 43 games for Erie BayHawks.

February 4, 2015: Named Futures All-Star

On February 4, 2015, Seth Curry was named to the Futures All-Star team for the 2015 NBA D-League All-Star Game for the second time in his career.

March 11, 2015: Signs with Phoenix Suns

On March 11, 2015, Seth Curry signed a 10-day contract with the Phoenix Suns and made his debut, contributing to a 106–97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

July 2015: Joins New Orleans Pelicans and Earns Summer League Honors

In July 2015, Seth Curry joined the New Orleans Pelicans for the 2015 NBA Summer League, where he averaged 24.3 points per game and earned All-NBA Summer League first team honors.

2015: Declines Player Option

After the 2015–16 season, Seth Curry declined his $1 million player option for the 2016–17 season in order to become a restricted free agent.

February 26, 2016: Career-High Points Against the Clippers

On February 26, 2016, Seth Curry scored a then career-high 19 points and 4 rebounds in 26 minutes off the bench in the Kings' 117–107 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

June 27, 2016: Kings Tender Qualifying Offer

On June 27, 2016, the Kings tendered a qualifying offer to Seth Curry, but later rescinded it on July 3, making him an unrestricted free agent.

July 15, 2016: Signs with Dallas Mavericks

On July 15, 2016, Seth Curry signed with the Dallas Mavericks.

January 29, 2017: Career Highs Against San Antonio

On January 29, 2017, Seth Curry had career highs of 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 105–101 win over the San Antonio Spurs.

February 24, 2017: Career High Against Timberwolves

On February 24, 2017, Seth Curry set a new career high with 31 points in a 97–84 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

July 6, 2018: Signs with Portland Trail Blazers

On July 6, 2018, Seth Curry signed a two-year contract with the Portland Trail Blazers, including a player option for the second year.

January 26, 2019: Scores 22 Points against Hawks

On January 26, 2019, Seth Curry scored 22 points in a 120–111 win over the Atlanta Hawks.

July 10, 2019: Returns to Dallas Mavericks

On July 10, 2019, Seth Curry signed a four-year contract to return to the Dallas Mavericks.

February 28, 2020: Career High 37 Points Against Miami Heat

On February 28, 2020, Seth Curry scored a career-high 37 points in a 126–118 loss to the Miami Heat.

November 18, 2020: Traded to Philadelphia 76ers

On November 18, 2020, Seth Curry was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Josh Richardson and the draft rights to Tyler Bey.

2020: Game 5 elimination of the Washington Wizards

During the 2020-21 playoffs, in a Game 5 elimination of the Washington Wizards, Seth Curry registered 30 points while shooting 10-17 overall and 3-6 from three.

June 16, 2021: Playoff Career High Against Atlanta Hawks

On June 16, 2021, Seth Curry recorded a new playoff career high of 36 points in a Game 5 loss against the Atlanta Hawks.

2021: Most Minutes and Points Per Game

Seth Curry's 2021-22 time as a 76er marked his most minutes played per game (34.8) and points per game (15.0) before or since, as he continued to start in all 102 games he appeared in dating back to the previous season.