Career Timeline of Stephen Curry: Major Achievements and Milestones

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

Stephen Curry, also known as Steph Curry or 'Chef Curry', is a professional basketball player renowned as the greatest shooter in NBA history. Playing point guard for the Golden State Warriors, Curry revolutionized basketball by popularizing the three-point shot. His exceptional skill and long-range accuracy have transformed the game at all levels, solidifying his legacy as a transformative figure in basketball.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

February 1961: Rookie Season Achievements

In the Warriors' season finale against the Portland Trail Blazers on April 14, Curry recorded a then- career-high 42 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, becoming the first rookie since Robertson in February 1961 to register at least those numbers in each category in the same game.

1969: First NCAA Tournament Win Since 1969

On March 21, 2008, Curry led Davidson to their first NCAA tournament win since 1969.

1975: Warriors First Championship Since 1975

In 2014–15, Curry led the Warriors to their first championship since 1975.

1977: Warriors Single-Season Record

In 2010–11, Curry's free throw percentage of .934 set a new Warriors single-season record, surpassing the previous mark of .924 set by Rick Barry in 1977–78.

1994: Most Outstanding Player of the Midwest Region of the NCAA tournament

On March 31, 2008, Curry became the first player from a team not making the Final Four to be named the Most Outstanding Player of the Midwest Region of the NCAA tournament since Juwan Howard of Michigan in 1994.

1996: Free Throw Percentage Leader

In 2010–11, Curry became the first Warriors player to lead the NBA in free throw percentage since Mark Price in 1996–97.

2000: Surpassed 2000 Career Points

On January 3, 2009, Curry surpassed the 2000-point mark for his career, scoring 21 points against Samford.

2001: NBA All-Rookie First Team Selection

Curry was a unanimous NBA All-Rookie First Team selection, becoming the first Warriors player since Jason Richardson in 2001 to earn All-Rookie First Team honors.

2003: 30-Point Games by any Rookie

Curry scored 30-plus points eight times, setting the most 30-point games by any rookie in 2009–10 and the most since LeBron James had 13 and Carmelo Anthony had 10 in 2003–04.

2004: Brendan Winters Single Season Three-Pointers Record

Curry broke Davidson's single-season record for three-pointers held by Brendan Winters in 2004.

December 18, 2006: First Collegiate Double-Double

On December 18, 2006, Stephen Curry recorded his first career double-double against Chattanooga, scoring 30 points and securing a season-high 11 rebounds.

February 6, 2007: Broke School Freshman Scoring Record

On February 6, 2007, Curry broke Davidson's 500-point freshman record against Chattanooga, finishing with 730 points.

2007: Curry participates in FIBA Under-19 World Championship

In 2007, Curry participated in the FIBA Under-19 World Championship, helping Team USA capture the silver medal with averages of 9.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 2.8 steals per game.

2007: Sophomore Season

In 2007–08, Curry helped the Wildcats to a 26–6 regular-season record, a 20–0 conference record, and a trip to the 2008 NCAA tournament.

March 21, 2008: First NCAA Tournament Win

On March 21, 2008, Curry scored 40 points against Gonzaga, leading Davidson to their first NCAA tournament win since 1969 with a score of 82–76.

March 31, 2008: All-America Second Team Selection

On March 31, 2008, Curry was named to the Associated Press' All-America Second Team and the Most Outstanding Player of the Midwest Region of the NCAA tournament.

November 18, 2008: Career-High 44 Points Against Oklahoma

On November 18, 2008, Curry scored a career-high 44 points in Davidson's loss to Oklahoma, marking his seventh straight game with at least 25 points.

2008: Southern Conference Regular Season Championship

Davidson won the 2008–09 Southern Conference regular season championship for the South Division, finishing 18–2 in the conference.

2008: Sophomore Season

In 2007–08, Curry helped the Wildcats to a 26–6 regular-season record, a 20–0 conference record, and a trip to the 2008 NCAA tournament.

January 3, 2009: Surpassed 2000 Career Points

On January 3, 2009, Curry surpassed the 2000-point mark for his career, scoring 21 points against Samford.

February 28, 2009: Davidson's All-Time Leading Scorer

On February 28, 2009, Curry became Davidson's all-time leading scorer with 34 points in a win against Georgia Southern, surpassing John Gerdy with a total of 2,488 points.

June 25, 2009: Drafted by Golden State Warriors

On June 25, 2009, Stephen Curry was selected as the seventh overall pick in the NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors, despite his father's attempts to have him drafted by the New York Knicks.

2009: Southern Conference Tournament and NIT Appearance

In 2009, Curry scored 43 points in the Southern Conference tournament quarterfinals, the third-most in tournament history. Davidson lost in the semifinals and received an NIT bid, where they won against South Carolina before losing to Saint Mary's.

2009: Drafted by Golden State Warriors

In 2009, Stephen Curry was selected as the seventh overall pick in the NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors.

2009: Rookie Card

In 2009, Stephen Curry's rookie card was released. It would later become one of the most expensive sports cards of all-time.

2009: Final Season at Davidson and NBA Draft Entry

In 2009, during his final season at Davidson, Curry averaged 28.6 points and was named a consensus first-team All-American. He opted out of his senior year to enter the 2009 NBA draft.

2009: NBA Rookie of the Year

In 2009-10, Curry finished runner-up for the NBA Rookie of the Year behind Tyreke Evans.

2010: Curry wins gold medal at FIBA World Championship

In 2010, Curry was selected to the senior squad, playing limited minutes at the 2010 FIBA World Championship as the United States won the gold medal in an undefeated tournament.

2010: Second Season Achievements

In 2010–11, Curry appeared in 74 games (all starts), averaging 18.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 5.8 assists, and 1.47 steals in 33.6 minutes per contest.

February 2011: NBA All-Star Weekend Skills Challenge Winner

In February 2011, during All-Star Weekend, Curry won the Skills Challenge and participated in the Rookie Challenge.

May 2011: NBA Sportsmanship Award Recipient

In May 2011, Curry was named the recipient of the NBA Sportsmanship Award and underwent surgery on his right ankle.

2012: Curry excluded from U.S. Olympic team finalists

In 2012, Curry was excluded from the list of 20 finalists selected for consideration for the 2012 U.S. Olympic team in London, reportedly leaving him "very disappointed."

2012: Contract Extension and "Splash Brothers" Nickname

In 2012, prior to the start of the 2012-13 season, Stephen Curry signed a four-year, $44 million contract extension with the Warriors. He and Klay Thompson gained the nickname "Splash Brothers" for their perimeter scoring.

2012: Game Winning Shots

Since the 2012–13 NBA season, Stephen Curry has made 10 game-winning shots in his career, the most by any player.

February 27, 2013: Start of the Three-Point Era

On February 27, 2013, Stephen Curry's game against the New York Knicks, where he made 11-of-13 shots from behind the arc en route to a 54-point performance, is considered the start of the three-point era, also known as "the Steph Effect".

2013: Playoff Debut and Three-Point Record

In 2013, Stephen Curry made his playoff debut, setting a new franchise record with 42 playoff three-pointers and becoming the first NBA player to make at least 300 three-pointers in a single season.

2013: Partnership with Under Armour

In the 2013 off-season, Stephen Curry began a partnership with Under Armour, becoming the "face of their footwear line".

2013: Averages and League Leader in Three-Pointers

In the 2013-14 season, Stephen Curry averaged career highs and led the league in three-pointers made for a second consecutive season.

2013: Splash Brothers Three-Point Record

In the 2013–14 NBA season, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson (the Splash Brothers) set a record for combined three-pointers made in a season with 484.

2014: Curry helps team to another undefeated tournament at the 2014 World Cup

In 2014, Curry took on a larger role with the team, helping them to another undefeated tournament at the 2014 World Cup and scoring 10 points in the final game.

2014: First NBA MVP Award and Championship

In 2014, Stephen Curry won his first league MVP award and led the Golden State Warriors to their first championship since 1975.

2014: Steve Kerr Hired as Head Coach

In 2014, prior to the start of the 2014-15 season, the Warriors hired Steve Kerr as their new head coach, who implemented significant changes to the team's schemes.

2014: League Leader in Steals

In the 2014–15 NBA season, Stephen Curry led the league in total steals.

2015: Jersey Sales Leader

From the 2015–16 to 2017–18 seasons, Stephen Curry led the NBA in jersey sales for three consecutive years.

2015: Curry delivers speech at the White House

In 2015, Curry visited the White House and delivered a five-minute speech to dignitaries as part of President Barack Obama's launch of his President's Malaria Initiative.

2015: Defensive Real Plus-Minus Ranking

In 2015, Ethan Sherwood Strauss of ESPN noted that Stephen Curry became one of the NBA's most effective defenders, ranking fifth among point guards in defensive real plus-minus.

2015: Jersey Gift to Biserka Petrović

In 2015, Stephen Curry gifted one of his jerseys from the 2015 NBA Finals to Biserka Petrović, mother of the late Dražen Petrović, for the Dražen Petrović Memorial Center in Zagreb.

2015: MVP Selection

In 2015, Stephen Curry was named league MVP for the 2015-16 season. He was the first unanimous selection in league history.

2015: Historical Start to the Season and Triple-Double

In 2015, during the start of the 2015-16 season, Stephen Curry achieved several milestones including becoming the first player since Michael Jordan in 1989-90 to score 118 points in the first three games and leading the Warriors to a 16-0 start, later recording his sixth career triple-double on December 28.

2015: Splash Brothers Break Three-Point Record

In the 2015–16 NBA season, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson (the Splash Brothers) broke their previous record for combined three-pointers made in a season with 678.

2015: Highest eFG% and 3P%

In the 2015–16 NBA season, Stephen Curry posted the highest eFG% (.630) and 3P% (.454) ever recorded in a season while averaging over 30 points per game.

2015: Seventh Player to Join 50-40-90 Club

Stephen Curry became the seventh player in NBA history to join the 50-40-90 club in 2015-16 season.

February 2016: Scoring Records and Consecutive Games with Three-Pointer

In February 2016, Stephen Curry set several scoring records, averaged over 35 points per game while shooting at least 50 percent from both the field and three-point range, and surpassed Kyle Korver's record of 127 consecutive games with a made three-pointer.

June 6, 2016: Curry withdraws from consideration for 2016 Summer Olympics

On June 6, 2016, Curry withdrew from consideration for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, citing ankle and knee ailments.

October 28, 2016: Reaches 1,600 Three-Pointers

On October 28, 2016, Stephen Curry reached 1,600 three-pointers for his career, becoming the fastest player to reach the mark.

2016: Curry Donates Kia Sorento

Following his MVP award win and historic 2015–16 season, Curry donated his prize vehicle—a 2016 Kia Sorento—to the East Oakland Youth Development Center, a local non-profit organization located in the backyard of Oracle Arena.

2016: Unanimous MVP and Finals Loss

In 2016, Steph Curry became the first player to be unanimously voted MVP and led the league in scoring. The Warriors broke the record for most wins in a regular season (73) but lost the NBA Finals to the Cleveland Cavaliers after leading 3-1.

2016: All-Star Weekend and Record

In 2016, Stephen Curry competed in his third straight All-Star game and the Three-Point Contest. The Warriors entered the All-Star break with the best record through 52 games in NBA history.

2016: Playoffs and Warriors Win

In 2016, the Warriors defeated the Houston Rockets in the first round despite Stephen Curry's injury, and he led the Warriors to a 4-1 victory over the Trail Blazers in the second round.

January 6, 2017: 40-Point Game and 12,000 Career Points

On January 6, 2017, Stephen Curry had his second 40-point game of the season and reached the 12,000-point threshold, becoming the seventh player in Warriors franchise history to score 12,000 career points.

July 1, 2017: Curry agrees to supermax contract extension

On July 1, 2017, Stephen Curry agreed to a five-year, $201 million extension with the Warriors, becoming the first NBA player to sign a supermax contract worth over $200 million.

2017: Jersey Sales Leader

From the 2015–16 to 2017–18 seasons, Stephen Curry led the NBA in jersey sales for three consecutive years.

2017: Back-to-Back Titles

In 2017, Curry helped the Warriors win back-to-back NBA titles.

2017: Warriors win NBA Championship

In 2017, Stephen Curry and the Warriors swept through the first two rounds of the playoffs. Curry scored 40 points in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals against the San Antonio Spurs, helping the Warriors rally from a 25-point deficit. In Game 3, he became the franchise leader in postseason points. The Warriors advanced to the NBA Finals for a third straight year, starting the playoffs 12-0. In Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Curry recorded his first career postseason triple-double. Curry helped the Warriors clinch the series and the championship in Game 5.

April 2018: Sony Pictures Entertainment announces deal with Unanimous Media

In April 2018, Sony Pictures Entertainment announced a wide-ranging, multiyear multimedia deal with Curry's newly formed production company Unanimous Media.

October 2018: Curry signs on as executive producer of Breakthrough

In October 2018, Curry signed on as executive producer of the film Breakthrough, scheduled for release in April 2019.

October 2018: Involvement with Palm Relaunch

In October 2018, Stephen Curry announced his involvement with the relaunch of Palm, a mobile companion device, as an investor and brand ambassador.

2018: Back-to-Back Titles

In 2018, Curry helped the Warriors win back-to-back NBA titles.

2018: Western Conference All-Star Team Captain

In 2018, Stephen Curry was voted to be the captain of the Western Conference All-Star team, reflecting his popularity and influence.

April 2019: Release of the film Breakthrough

The film Breakthrough, executive produced by Curry was scheduled for release in April 2019.

July 2019: Curry launches the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation

In July 2019, Curry and his wife launched the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation in Oakland, California, focusing on literacy, nutrition, and physical activity for children.

August 2019: Howard University Golf Program Funding

In August 2019, Stephen Curry and Howard University jointly announced the addition of NCAA Division I men's and women's golf teams starting in the 2020–21 school year, with Curry guaranteeing full funding for six years.

2019: NBA Finals Loss to Toronto Raptors

In 2019, Curry and the Warriors reached the NBA Finals but lost to the Toronto Raptors in six games.

2019: Warriors advance to the NBA Finals

In 2019, Stephen Curry and the Warriors entered the playoffs as the first seed in the Western Conference. In Game 1 of the first-round series against the Clippers, Curry scored 38 points and made 8 three-pointers, becoming the all-time postseason leader in three-pointers. He also had a postseason career-high 15 rebounds. In Game 6 of the second round, Curry scored 33 points to help the Warriors eliminate the Houston Rockets. In Game 1 of the conference finals, Curry matched his postseason career high with 9 three-pointers. He averaged a series career-high 36.5 points to help the Warriors sweep the Trail Blazers. In Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Curry scored a playoff career-high 47 points. The Warriors lost the series to the Toronto Raptors.

March 5, 2020: Curry returns to the court

On March 5, 2020, Stephen Curry returned to play against the Toronto Raptors after recovering from a broken hand. He recorded 23 points in the Warriors' loss.

June 24, 2020: Curry releases trailer for Ultimate Home Championships

On June 24, 2020, Curry released a trailer on his YouTube channel for his new show called Ultimate Home Championships, a show featuring people such as DeAndre Jordan, Ronda Rousey, and Kristopher London, where contestants competed in wacky at-home challenges.

2020: Howard University Golf Teams Added

Starting in the 2020-21 school year, Howard University added NCAA Division I teams in men's and women's golf, funded by Stephen Curry.

January 3, 2021: Curry scores career-high 62 points

On January 3, 2021, Stephen Curry scored a career-high 62 points in a win against the Portland Trail Blazers.

August 6, 2021: Curry signs contract extension

On August 6, 2021, Stephen Curry signed a four-year, $215 million extension with the Warriors, which would keep him under contract through the 2025-26 season.

December 2021: Curry speaks out in favor of the For the People Act

In December 2021, Curry spoke out in favor of the For the People Act, an election reform bill aimed at expanding voting rights.

January 21, 2022: Curry hits first career buzzer-beating game-winner

On January 21, 2022, Stephen Curry hit his first career buzzer-beating game-winner in a win over the Houston Rockets, contributing 22 points and 12 assists.

August 31, 2022: Jersey Retirement and Hall of Fame Induction

On August 31, 2022, Stephen Curry became the first Davidson graduate to have his jersey number retired and was inducted into the Davidson Athletics Hall of Fame.

November 2, 2022: Curry logs 10th career triple-double

On November 2, 2022, Curry recorded his 10th career triple-double with 23 points, 13 rebounds, and 13 assists in a 116–109 loss against the Miami Heat.

2022: Jersey Sales Leader

From the 2022–23 to 2023–24 seasons, Stephen Curry led the NBA in jersey sales for two consecutive years.

2022: Fourth NBA Championship and First Finals MVP

In 2022, Stephen Curry won his fourth NBA championship and first Finals MVP award, leading the Warriors past the Boston Celtics. He also became the NBA's all-time leader in three-pointers made, surpassing Ray Allen.

2022: Curry named All-Star Game MVP

In the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, Stephen Curry scored 50 points and set the record for most three-pointers made in an All-Star quarter (6), half (8), and game (16), earning him the All-Star Game MVP award.

January 25, 2023: Curry Ejected and Named All-Star Starter

On January 25, 2023, Curry was ejected for throwing a mouthpiece and later named a Western Conference All-Star starter, marking his ninth overall selection.

July 21, 2023: Release of Stephen Curry: Underrated on Apple TV+

On July 21, 2023, Stephen Curry: Underrated, a sports documentary film chronicling Curry's path to NBA stardom co-produced by Unanimous Media and Ryan Coogler, was released on Apple TV+.

November 1, 2023: Curry Makes Three-Pointer in 250th Consecutive Game

On November 1, 2023, Curry became the first player in NBA history to make a three-pointer in 250 consecutive regular season games.

2023: Jersey Sales Leader

From the 2022–23 to 2023–24 seasons, Stephen Curry led the NBA in jersey sales for two consecutive years.

2023: NBA Clutch Player of the Year

In 2023-2024 season, Stephen Curry was named the 2023–24 NBA Clutch Player of the Year, after leading the league in clutch points, made clutch field goals, and made clutch three-pointers.

January 27, 2024: Curry Scores 46 Points in Double-Overtime Loss

On January 27, 2024, Curry scored 46 points and made nine three-pointers in a 145–144 double-overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

August 30, 2024: Curry Signs One-Year Contract Extension

On August 30, 2024, Curry signed a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension with the Warriors throughout the 2026–27 season, becoming the first NBA player to earn $60 million in a single season.

December 25, 2024: Curry Drops 38 points on Christmas Day

On December 25, 2024, Curry scored 38 points and six assists in a 115–113 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, shooting 8-of-15 from three-point range, tying a Christmas day game record.

2024: Career Statistics

As of 2024, Stephen Curry has career averages of 24.7 points, 6.4 assists, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game. His free throw percentage of .911 is the highest in NBA history.

2024: Olympic Debut and Gold Medal

In 2024, Stephen Curry debuted at the Olympics in Paris, leading a 17-point comeback against Serbia with 36 points. He then secured the United States' fifth-straight gold medal against France with 24 points, clinching the win with a game-winning three-pointer. Curry was selected to the Olympics All-Star Five and named the 2024 USA Basketball 5-on-5 Male Athlete of the Year, joining NBA legends with multiple championships, MVP awards, a Finals MVP, and an Olympic gold medal.

2024: Summer Olympics Gold Medal

In 2024, Stephen Curry won a gold medal at the Summer Olympics as part of the U.S. national team.

January 2, 2025: Curry Achieves Unique Stat Line in Win Over 76ers

On January 2, 2025, Curry achieved a career-first by recording 30 points, 10 assists, and shooting 8-of-8 from beyond the arc in a 139–105 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, making him the first player in NBA history to achieve this stat line.

March 2025: Assistant General Manager and Curry-Berman Fund

In March 2025, Davidson announced that Curry would serve as assistant general manager for basketball programs and help create the "Curry-Berman Fund" to support both men's and women's basketball.

November 12, 2025: Curry Leads Warriors to Comeback Victory Over Spurs

On November 12, 2025, Curry scored 46 points in a 125–120 win over the San Antonio Spurs, leading the Warriors to a 16-point comeback victory.

2025: Contract end date

On August 6, 2021, Stephen Curry signed a four-year, $215 million extension with the Warriors, which would keep him under contract through the 2025-26 season.