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, nicknamed "Chef Curry", is a professional basketball player for the Golden State Warriors. He is widely considered the greatest shooter in NBA history and is credited with revolutionizing basketball by popularizing the three-point shot. Curry plays point guard and has achieved significant success and recognition for his exceptional shooting abilities.

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

February 1961: Robertson's Numbers in a Game

On April 14, 2010, Stephen Curry became the first rookie since Robertson in February 1961 to register at least 42 points, nine rebounds and eight assists in a game.

1969: Davidson's previous NCAA Tournament win

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

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

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

1996: NBA League Leader

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

2001: All-Rookie First Team Honors

In 2009-10 Curry earned All-Rookie First Team honors, becoming the first Warriors player since Jason Richardson in 2001-02 to receive this honor.

2003: 30-point Games

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

December 18, 2006: First Career Double-Double

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

2007: Sophomore Season Start

In the 2007-08 season, Curry began his sophomore year.

March 21, 2008: First NCAA Tournament Win

On March 21, 2008, Curry scored 40 points to lead Davidson to their first NCAA tournament win since 1969 against Gonzaga, 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. He was also named the Most Outstanding Player of the Midwest Region of the NCAA tournament.

November 18, 2008: Career-High Points Against Oklahoma

On November 18, 2008, Curry scored a career-high 44 points in Davidson's 82–78 loss to Oklahoma.

2008: NCAA Tournament Trip

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

2008: Southern Conference Championship

In the 2008-09 season, Davidson won the Southern Conference regular season championship for the South Division.

January 3, 2009: 2000 Point Milestone

On January 3, 2009, Curry surpassed the 2000-point mark for his college 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.

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. This selection occurred on his father's 45th birthday, despite his father's wishes for him to be 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. Davidson lost in the semifinals and received a bid to the 2009 NIT, where they lost in the second round to Saint Mary's Gaels.

2009: NBA Draft Selection

In 2009, Stephen Curry was selected by the Golden State Warriors as the seventh overall pick in the NBA draft after playing college basketball for the Davidson Wildcats.

2009: Consensus All-American and NBA Draft Entry

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

2009: Runner-up for Rookie of the Year

In the 2009-10 season, Curry was named Western Conference Rookie of the Month for January, March, and April, finishing as the only Western Conference rookie to win the award three times. He finished runner-up for the NBA Rookie of the Year behind Tyreke Evans and was a unanimous NBA All-Rookie First Team selection.

2010: Curry's performance

In the 2010–11 season, Curry averaged 18.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 5.8 assists, and 1.47 steals.

February 2011: Skills Challenge Win

In February 2011, Curry won the Skills Challenge during All-Star Weekend.

May 2011: NBA Sportsmanship Award

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

2014: First League MVP Award

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

2016: Unanimous MVP and Finals Loss

In 2016, 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 holding a 3-1 lead.

July 1, 2017: Curry agrees to $201 million extension

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

2017: Back-to-Back Titles

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

2018: Back-to-Back Titles

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

2019: NBA Finals Loss

In 2019, Curry helped the Warriors reach the NBA Finals, where they lost to the Toronto Raptors in six games.

August 6, 2021: Curry signs $215 million extension

On August 6, 2021, Stephen Curry signed a four-year, $215 million contract extension with the Warriors, keeping him under contract through the 2025-26 season. He became the first player to earn $50 million in a single season and to sign multiple contracts of over $200 million.

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

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

2022: Fourth Championship and First Finals MVP

In 2022, Curry won his fourth 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.

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.

March 2025: Assistant General Manager Role

In March 2025, Davidson announced that Curry would serve as assistant general manager for basketball programs and co-create the "Curry-Berman Fund" to support basketball.