Full History Of Stephen Curry In Timeline From 1933

1933: Securities Act

In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a lawsuit against Bitconnect that the Securities Act of 1933 extends to targeted solicitation using social media.

February 1961: Rookie Season Record

On April 14, 2009, Curry became the first rookie since Robertson in February 1961 to register at least those numbers in each category in the same game

1963: Chamberlain's Triple-Doubles

In 1963, Wilt Chamberlain had five triple-doubles, the most by a Warrior in a single season until Curry's performance.

1966: Rick Barry scores 45-plus at New York and Los Angeles

In 1966, Rick Barry scored 45-plus points at both New York and Los Angeles in the same season, a feat Stephen Curry later matched.

1966: Philadelphia 76ers Best Record

In 1966, the Philadelphia 76ers set a record with the best record through 52 games, which was later tied by the Warriors in 2016.

1969: Davidson's Previous NCAA Tournament Win

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

1975: Warriors' First Championship Since 1975

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

January 1981: Bernard King wins Western Conference Player of the Month

In January 1981, Bernard King won the Western Conference Player of the Month award, joining Chris Mullin as the only Warriors players to receive the honor.

1984: Purvis Short Tallies 59 Points

In 1984, Purvis Short scored 59 points, marking the highest score by a Warrior since then, until Stephen Curry's achievements.

March 14, 1988: Stephen Curry's Birth

On March 14, 1988, Wardell Stephen Curry II, later known as one of the greatest shooters of all time, was born.

January 1989: Chris Mullin wins Western Conference Player of the Month

In January 1989, Chris Mullin won the Western Conference Player of the Month award, marking his first time receiving this honor.

1989: Michael Jordan's Scoring Record

In 1989, Michael Jordan set a scoring record that Stephen Curry matched in 2015 by scoring 118 points in his team's first three games.

November 1990: Chris Mullin wins Western Conference Player of the Month

In November 1990, Chris Mullin won the Western Conference Player of the Month award, becoming the second Warrior to receive this honor.

1992: Entrusted to Biserka Petrović

During the 1992 NBA All-Star Game weekend, Stephen Curry's father entrusted him to Biserka Petrović, mother of future Hall of Fame player Dražen Petrović, while Dell competed in the Three-Point Contest.

1993: All-NBA Team Selection

In 1993, the last time a Warrior was selected to the All-NBA First or Second Team before Curry's achievement.

1994: Howard's MOP Award

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

1995: All-Star Starter Latrell Sprewell

In 1995, Latrell Sprewell was the Warriors' last All-Star starter before Curry's appearance.

1995: Chicago Bulls' 72-10 Record

In 1995, the Chicago Bulls set a record with a 72-10 season, which was later broken by the Warriors in 2015-16.

1995: Chicago Bulls Best Record

In 1995, the Chicago Bulls set a record with the best record through 52 games, which was later surpassed by the Warriors in 2016.

1996: Chicago Bulls 72-10 Record

In 1996, the Chicago Bulls set a record with a 72-10 season, which was later broken by the Warriors.

2001: All-Rookie First Team Selection

Curry was a unanimous NBA All-Rookie First Team selection, becoming the first Warriors player since Jason Richardson in 2001–02 to earn All-Rookie First Team honors.

2001: Ray Allen Leads League in Three-Pointers

In 2001, Ray Allen led the league in three-pointers made, a feat repeated by Curry in subsequent seasons.

2002: Ray Allen Leads League in Three-Pointers

In 2002, Ray Allen led the league in three-pointers made, continuing his dominance in this category.

2004: Steve Nash MVP

In 2004, Steve Nash won the MVP award, becoming the first guard to do so since Curry.

2005: Steve Nash MVP

In 2005, Steve Nash won the MVP award, becoming the first guard to do so since Curry.

December 18, 2006: First Career Double-Double

On December 18, 2006, Curry recorded 30 points and 11 rebounds against Chattanooga, achieving his first career double-double.

February 6, 2007: Freshman Scoring Record

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

2007: Start of Sophomore Season

In 2007, Curry began his sophomore season with the Davidson Wildcats.

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, defeating Gonzaga 82-76.

March 31, 2008: All-America Second Team

On March 31, 2008, Curry was named to the Associated Press' All-America Second Team.

November 18, 2008: Career-High 44 Points

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

2008: NCAA Tournament Trip

In 2008, Curry helped the Davidson Wildcats reach the NCAA tournament with a 26-6 regular-season record and a 20-0 conference record.

2008: Last 50-Point Games

In 2008, Lebron James and Dwayne Wade recorded at least three 50-point games, a milestone that Curry later surpassed.

2008: Conference Championship

In the 2008-09 season, Davidson won the 2008–09 Southern Conference regular season championship for the south division, finishing 18–2 in the conference.

January 3, 2009: 2000 Career Points

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

February 14, 2009: Ankle Injury

On February 14, 2009, Curry rolled his ankle during a game against Furman.

February 28, 2009: All-time Leading Scorer

On February 28, 2009, Curry became Davidson's all-time leading scorer.

June 25, 2009: NBA Draft Selection

On June 25, 2009, Curry was selected as the seventh overall pick in the NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors.

2009: Southern Conference Tournament and NIT

In 2009, Curry scored 43 points in the Southern Conference tournament quarterfinals, and Davidson later participated in the NIT after failing to receive an NCAA tournament bid.

2009: NBA Draft

In 2009, Stephen Curry was selected as the seventh overall pick by the Golden State Warriors in the NBA draft, marking the beginning of his professional career.

2009: Curry's Rookie Year

In 2009, Stephen Curry's rookie card became the most expensive basketball card ever sold at $5.9 million in July 2021.

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.

July 30, 2011: Curry marries Ayesha Alexander

On July 30, 2011, Stephen Curry married Ayesha Alexander in Charlotte, North Carolina. They had met at their church in Charlotte when they were teenagers.

2011: Lockout-Shortened Season

In the lockout-shortened 2011-12 season, Curry experienced ankle injuries.

2012: Birth of first daughter

In 2012, Stephen Curry and Ayesha Alexander welcomed their first daughter.

2012: Curry donates mosquito nets to Nothing But Nets campaign

In 2012, Stephen Curry started donating three insecticide-treated mosquito nets for every three-pointer he made to the United Nations Foundation's Nothing But Nets campaign.

2012: Trade Offer

In 2012, the Warriors included Curry in a trade offer to the Milwaukee Bucks, which was rejected due to Curry's ankle issues.

2012: Contract Extension

Prior to the start of the 2012-13 season, Curry signed a four-year, $44 million contract extension with the Warriors.

February 27, 2013: Curry's 54-Point Game Sparks Three-Point Era

On February 27, 2013, Curry's game against the New York Knicks, where he scored 54 points while making 11 three-pointers, is cited as the start of the three-point era.

March 2013: Warriors suffer losing streak

The Warriors dropped to 12-7 on November 21 after enduring their first four-game losing streak since March 2013.

2013: NBA Record for Three-Pointers

In 2013, Curry set the NBA record for three-pointers made in a regular season with 272.

2013: Career highs in points and assists

In 2013, Stephen Curry averaged career highs of 24.0 points and 8.5 assists, marking a significant milestone in his NBA journey.

2013: Playoff Debut

In 2013, Stephen Curry made his playoff debut, with the Warriors securing the sixth seed in the Western Conference.

2013: Curry begins partnership with Under Armour

In the 2013 offseason, Stephen Curry began a partnership with Under Armour, serving as the face of their footwear line.

November 11, 2014: Start of Three-Pointer Streak

On November 11, 2014, Stephen Curry began his NBA-record streak of 157 straight games with at least one made three-pointer, demonstrating his consistent shooting ability.

2014: First League MVP Award

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

2014: Steve Kerr Hired as Head Coach

In 2014, Steve Kerr was hired as the Warriors' new head coach, implementing changes that led the team to become a title contender.

January 27, 2015: Warriors' Home Winning Streak Start

On January 27, 2015, the Warriors began an NBA-record 54-game home winning streak, demonstrating their dominance at Oracle Arena.

2015: Curry gives jersey to Dražen Petrović Memorial Center

Following the 2015 NBA Finals, Stephen Curry gave Biserka Petrović one of his Finals-worn jerseys, which was reportedly added to the collection of the Dražen Petrović Memorial Center.

2015: Curry led the NBA in jersey sales

From 2015-16 season, Curry has led the NBA in jersey sales for five cumulative years.

2015: Responses by family members of victims of the 2015 Charleston church shooting.

In 2015 Stephen Curry remarked, "In the face of adversity, in the face of tragedy, how can I get through it?"

2015: Surpassed Three-Pointers Record

In 2015, Curry surpassed his own NBA record for three-pointers made in a regular season with 286.

2015: Birth of second daughter

In 2015, Stephen Curry and Ayesha Alexander welcomed their second daughter.

2015: Scoring 118 Points in First Three Games

In 2015, Stephen Curry became the first player since Michael Jordan in 1989-90 to score 118 points in his team's first three games, highlighting his exceptional scoring ability.

2015: Curry visits the White House for Malaria Initiative

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

2015: Curry wears sneakers honoring Deah Shaddy Barakat

In 2015, Stephen Curry wore sneakers that bore the name "Deah Shaddy Barakat"—a victim of the 2015 Chapel Hill shooting.

2015: Warriors Achieve 73 Wins

In 2015, the Golden State Warriors became the first 73-win team in NBA history, surpassing the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls' 72-10 record, marking a historic achievement.

February 2016: Averaging Over 35 Points with 50/50 Shooting

In February 2016, Stephen Curry became the first player in NBA history to average over 35 points per game while shooting at least 50% from both the field and three-point range in a calendar month, highlighting his exceptional scoring efficiency.

June 6, 2016: Curry Withdraws From Consideration for 2016 Summer Olympics

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

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

On October 28, 2016, Stephen Curry reached 1,600 career three-pointers against the New Orleans Pelicans, becoming the 19th player to do so and the fastest to reach the mark, highlighting his exceptional shooting prowess.

2016: Curry donates prize vehicle to East Oakland Youth Development Center

Following his MVP award win and historic 2015–16 season, Stephen Curry donated his prize vehicle—a 2016 Kia Sorento—to the East Oakland Youth Development Center.

2016: New Three-Pointers Record

In 2016, Curry again surpassed his own NBA record for three-pointers made in a regular season with 402.

2016: Warriors Advance to NBA Finals

In 2016, Curry led the Warriors to advance to their second straight NBA Finals after a 4-3 series victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

2016: Unanimous MVP and Finals Loss

In 2016, Stephen Curry became the first player to be elected MVP by a unanimous vote and the Warriors broke the record for the most wins in a regular season in NBA history (73) en route to the 2016 NBA Finals, which they lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2016: All-Star Game Appearance and Three-Point Contest

In 2016, Stephen Curry competed in his third straight All-Star game and the Three-Point Contest, marking his continued presence among the league's elite.

January 6, 2017: Curry Reaches 12,000 Career Points

On January 6, 2017, Stephen Curry reached the 12,000-point threshold in a game against the Memphis Grizzlies, becoming the seventh player in Warriors franchise history to score 12,000 career points, demonstrating his significant contribution to the team.

July 1, 2017: Agreed to Supermax Contract

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

August 2017: Curry competes in Ellie Mae Classic

In August 2017, Stephen Curry competed in the Ellie Mae Classic on an unrestricted sponsor exemption, scoring 4-over-74 for both days.

2017: Curry led the NBA in jersey sales

From the 2017-18 season, Curry has led the NBA in jersey sales for five cumulative years.

2017: Anthony Davis sets All-Star Game record

In 2017 Anthony Davis set the All-Star Game record with 52 points.

2017: Back-to-Back Titles

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

2017: Warriors Win NBA Championship

In 2017, Stephen Curry helped the Warriors clinch the NBA Championship in Game 5 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, securing their second title in three years and marking a significant achievement in his career.

April 2018: Sony Pictures Entertainment announces a deal with Curry's Unanimous Media

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

October 2018: Curry involved with relaunch of Palm

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

October 2018: Curry signs on as executive producer of film Breakthrough

In October 2018, Stephen Curry signed on as executive producer of the film Breakthrough.

October 21, 2018: Moved Past Paul Pierce on Three-Point List

On October 21, 2018, Curry moved past Paul Pierce for sixth place on the NBA's career three-point list, scoring 30 points and making 6 three-pointers in a loss to the Denver Nuggets.

December 2018: Curry questions Moon landing on podcast

In December 2018, Stephen Curry jokingly questioned whether the Apollo program's Moon landing actually took place, leading to media attention and a NASA tour offer.

2018: CBS Sports ranked Curry at No. 19

In 2018, CBS Sports ranked Stephen Curry at No. 19 in their list of "50 greatest NBA players of all time".

2018: Back-to-Back Titles

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

2018: Birth of first son

In 2018, Stephen Curry and Ayesha Alexander welcomed their first son.

2018: Curry voted as captain of Western Conference All-Star team

In 2018, Stephen Curry was voted to be the captain of the Western Conference All-Star team.

2018: Curry becomes CEO of Thirty Ink

Since 2018, Stephen Curry has served as the chief executive officer of Thirty Ink, a San Francisco-based company.

April 2019: Release of the film Breakthrough.

In April 2019, Stephen Curry was executive producer of the film Breakthrough's release.

June 17, 2019: Curry as executive producer of film Emanuel release in US theaters.

On June 17, 2019, Stephen Curry was executive producer of the film Emanuel release in US theaters.

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

In July 2019, Stephen Curry and his wife launched the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation in Oakland, California.

July 2019: Curry buys a home in Atherton, California

In July 2019, Stephen Curry paid $31 million for a home in Atherton, California.

August 2019: Curry partners with Howard University for golf program

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

October 30, 2019: Curry Suffers Hand Injury

On October 30, 2019, during a game against the Phoenix Suns, Curry broke his second metacarpal in his left hand, requiring surgery and sidelining him for at least three months.

November 2019: Set Record for Three-Pointers in a Month

In November 2019, Curry set an NBA record for made three-pointers in a month with 96, breaking James Harden's mark of 82.

2019: NBA Finals Loss

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

2019: Sports Illustrated feature on Curry and the Warriors

In 2019, Sports Illustrated stated that "Curry and the Warriors are a great match of player and system" and that "the entire ecosystem is predicated on the idea that a player doesn't need to dominate the ball to dominate a game. Curry took that noble idea and elevated it beyond any reasonable expectation."

2019: Curry becomes Global Brand Ambassador for Rakuten

Since 2019, Stephen Curry has been the Global Brand Ambassador for Rakuten.

March 5, 2020: Curry Returns from Injury

On March 5, 2020, Curry returned from his hand injury against the Toronto Raptors, recording 23 points, six rebounds, and seven assists in a Warriors' loss.

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

On June 24, 2020, Stephen Curry released a trailer for his new show on his YouTube channel called Ultimate Home Championships.

December 27, 2020: Joined Elite Three-Point Club

On December 27, 2020, Curry joined Ray Allen and Reggie Miller as the only players to have scored more than 2,500 career three-pointers in NBA history.

2020: Howard University to add NCAA Division I golf teams.

In 2020 Howard University added NCAA Division I teams in men's and women's golf after Stephen Curry guaranteed full funding for six years in August 2019.

2020: Injury Struggles

In 2020, Curry experienced injury struggles and missed playoff appearances.

2020: ESPN ranked Curry as the 13th greatest basketball player of all time

In 2020, ESPN ranked Stephen Curry as the 13th greatest basketball player of all time, the second-highest active player behind LeBron James.

2020: Curry endorses Joe Biden for President

In 2020, Stephen Curry and his wife endorsed Joe Biden for President of the United States during the Democratic National Convention.

January 3, 2021: Career-High 62 Points

On January 3, 2021, Curry scored a career-high 62 points in a 137–122 win against the Portland Trail Blazers.

July 2021: Curry rookie card sells for record price

In July 2021, Stephen Curry's 2009 rookie card was purchased by Alt Fund II for a record $5.9 million, becoming the most expensive basketball card ever sold.

October 2021: Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team

In October 2021, Stephen Curry was honored as one of the league's greatest players of all time as a member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.

October 19, 2021: Recorded Triple-Double in Season-Opener

On October 19, 2021, in the Warriors' season-opener, Curry recorded his eighth career triple-double with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a win against the Los Angeles Lakers.

December 2021: Curry supports For the People Act

In December 2021, Stephen Curry voiced his support for the For the People Act, an election reform bill aimed at expanding voting rights.

2021: Missed Playoff Appearances

In 2021, Curry and the Warriors missed playoff appearances.

2021: Curry becomes spokesperson for FTX

In 2021, Stephen Curry became a paid spokesperson for FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange.

2021: Curry signs on as executive producer of The Queen of Basketball

In 2021, Stephen Curry signed on as executive producer of The Queen of Basketball, a documentary short film about basketball legend Lusia Harris.

January 21, 2022: First Career Buzzer-Beating Game-Winner

On January 21, 2022, Curry hit his first career buzzer-beating game-winner in a 105–103 win over the Houston Rockets, scoring 22 points and dishing out 12 assists.

February 2022: U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a lawsuit against Bitconnect

In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a lawsuit against Bitconnect that the Securities Act of 1933 extends to targeted solicitation using social media.

May 2022: College Degree

In May 2022, Curry completed his bachelor's degree in sociology from Davidson.

August 31, 2022: Number Retirement

On August 31, 2022, Curry's number was retired at Davidson, and he was inducted into the school's athletic hall of fame.

November 2, 2022: Logged 10th Career Triple-Double

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

November 2022: FTX files for bankruptcy

In November 2022, FTX, for which Stephen Curry was a spokesperson, filed for bankruptcy.

2022: Curry led the NBA in jersey sales

From the 2022-23 season, Curry has led the NBA in jersey sales for five cumulative years.

2022: Fourth Championship and Finals MVP

In 2022, Curry won his fourth championship with the Warriors and first Finals MVP award, defeating the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals. He also became the all-time leader in three-pointers made in NBA history.

2022: Complex ranked Curry as the 10th greatest player in NBA history

In 2022, after winning his fourth NBA championship and first Finals MVP award, Complex ranked Stephen Curry as the 10th greatest player in NBA history the following year.

2022: NBA All-Star Game MVP

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

January 25, 2023: Curry Ejected in Victory Against Grizzlies

On January 25, 2023, Stephen Curry was ejected from a game against the Memphis Grizzlies after throwing his mouthpiece, marking the third ejection of his career. He left the game with 34 points.

July 2023: Curry wins American Century Championship

In July 2023, Stephen Curry won the American Century Championship, an annual celebrity golf tournament held at the Edgewood Tahoe Resort in Stateline, Nevada. He shot a hole-in-one during the second round and won the tournament on the final hole with a walk-off eagle putt.

July 21, 2023: Release date of the Stephen Curry: Underrated documentary

On July 21, 2023, Unanimous Media and Ryan Coogler co-produced Stephen Curry: Underrated, a sports documentary film chronicling Curry's path to NBA stardom. Apple TV+ secured the streaming rights and a release date of July 21, 2023.

November 1, 2023: Curry Sets NBA Record for Consecutive Games with a Three-Pointer

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

2023: Curry led the NBA in jersey sales

From the 2023-24 season, Curry has led the NBA in jersey sales for five cumulative years.

2023: Curry opposes multi-family housing development in Atherton

In 2023, Stephen Curry opposed the development of multi-family housing in Atherton, California, citing safety and privacy concerns for his family.

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 double-overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

August 30, 2024: Curry Signs Record-Breaking Contract Extension

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

November 10, 2024: Curry Scores 36 Points in Road Victory

On November 10, 2024, Curry scored 36 points and dished out seven assists in a 127–116 road victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

December 25, 2024: Curry Records Season-High 38 Points on Christmas Day

On December 25, 2024, Curry recorded a season-high 38-point performance with 6 assists in a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, tying a Christmas day game record with 8 three-pointers.

2024: Curry Wins Olympic Gold Medal

In 2024, Curry made his Olympic debut and led the U.S. team to a gold medal, finishing the tournament as the team's leading scorer and setting a new Olympic record for three-pointers made in a final.

2024: Birth of second son

In 2024, Stephen Curry and Ayesha Alexander welcomed their second son.

2024: Curry endorses Kamala Harris for President

In 2024, Stephen Curry endorsed Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee and an avid Warriors fan, for the 2024 United States presidential election.

2024: Gold Medal at the Summer Olympics

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 Historic Stat Line in Win Over 76ers

On January 2, 2025, Curry recorded 30 points, 10 assists, and shot 8-of-8 from beyond the arc in a 139–105 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, becoming the first player in NBA history to achieve this stat line.

February 8, 2025: Curry Scores 24 Points in the Third Quarter in Road Win

On February 8, 2025, Curry scored 34 points, including 24 points in the third quarter, in a 132-111 road win over the Chicago Bulls.

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