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Steph Curry travels with Warriors on road for first time since injury

For the first time since breaking his hand back in late October, Stephen Curry traveled with the Warriors on a road trip.

With each tick that comes off the clock in 2020, there seems to be a new piece of news that rolls out regarding Golden State Warriors guard, Stephen Curry.

The two-time Most Valuable Player has missed 35-of-39 games this season with a broken hand, yet of late, it’s been more positive than negative surrounding his injury.

Early in January, Curry was spotted working out alongside NBA Hall of Famer and Golden State assistant coach Bruce Fraser. Since then, Curry has been shooting without a brace or any wrap on his hand.

Prior to working out with his surgically repaired non-shooting hand, Steve Kerr mentioned that Curry was able to travel with the team if he wants to go on the road with the Warriors.

Since injuring his hand against the Phoenix Suns in late October, Curry hasn’t been able to attend one road trip. In the meantime, the sharpshooter has served as the Warriors leading supporter off the home bench.

That all changed when Curry joined Golden State for a quick, two-game road trip with stops against the Los Angeles Clippers and Memphis Grizzlies.

Before tipping off with the Clippers, the Warriors had a shootaround at the UCLA gym in Pasadena, and Curry popped up again, this time shooting next to Draymond Green.

Although it’s evident Curry is progressing through his hand rehabilitation, the Golden State Warriors haven’t waivered from their initial February 1 evaluation date for their All-Star shooter. With Golden State’s record sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference standings, there’s no reason to hurry the centerpiece of the franchise back before he’s 100 % healthy.

However, if Curry can bring that same type of energy on the road that he brings to the Chase Center arena in San Francisco, the Davidson product traveling with the team will be well worth it.

There is no doubt the Warriors play a better brand of basketball with their two-time MVP in attendance. When the team is currently riding a seven-game losing streak, they need any extra boost they can get.

Report: Steph Curry gifted Giannis Antetokounmpo a signed jersey

According to The Athletic, After the Milwaukee Bucks took down Golden State Warriors, Giannis Antetokounmpo received a signed Stephen Curry Warriors jersey from the two-time MVP himself.

The Golden State Warriors dropped their sixth straight in a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, yet the score wasn’t the thing that made headlines after the final buzzer — the lead story surrounded Giannis Antetokounmpo’s debut in San Francisco’s new Chase Center. 

Antetokounmpo dropped 30 points on 10-of-21 shooting from the field while grabbing 12 rebounds. The understaffed Golden State squad battled against the Eastern Conference-leading Bucks, but the “Greek Freak” proved why he’s the NBA’s reigning Most Valuable Player. 

The Warriors’ two-time MVP, Stephen Curry didn’t suit up against the Bucks, as he’s still dealing with a hand injury, but sat along the Golden State bench with Antetokounmpo in town. 

With Antetokounmpo in San Francisco and Curry on the bench, the pair MVPs shared a moment postgame. 

Many have speculated on what the two All-Star were discussing along the sideline after the game. However, According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reported that Curry and Antetokounmpo were talking about playing the video game, ‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.’

Curry and Antetokounmpo’s night didn’t stop on the sideline. In the visiting locker room after the game, Antetokounmpo reportedly had a gift from Curry. Steve Berman of The Athletic reported that Antetokounmpo had a signed No. 30 Curry Warriors’ jersey in his locker. According to Berman, there was a long note down the zero half of the number 30. 

The jersey swap isn’t their first interaction, as the two MVPs have a history dating back to the 2018 All-Star game. Both Curry and Antetokounmpo served as captains in the NBA All-Star game in 2018 and 2019. In last year’s All-Star game, Antetokounmpo selected Curry with his first overall pick. 

Antetokounmpo will have the chance to return the favor and gift Curry his No. 34 when the Warriors travel to Milwaukee on March 14. Perfect timing for Curry, who could be nearing his return to the court from injury around that time.

Steph Curry drops ‘Chinese New Year’ colorway for UA Curry 7 shoes

Stephen Curry rolled out a new edition of his signature Under Armour Curry 7 shoes, with the latest getting a Chinese New Year colorway.

The 2019-20 season has been a change of pace for the Golden State Warriors two-time Most Valuable Player, Stephen Curry. Injuries have turned Curry from one of Golden State’s key contributors to lead hype man on the bench. However, one thing has stayed the course— the All-Star sharpshooter’s shoe game has been on-point.

Curry may not be sprinting around the three-point line, but his signature Under Armour Curry 7 shoes have continued to roll out new releases. Whether it’s Willie Cauley-Stein, Seth Curry, or Luka Doncic, Curry’s signature shoe has been represented across the NBA world while the former champion is dealing with a hand injury.

The All-Star guard has released kicks themed around the Warrior’ fanbase and his favorite candy, but his latest drop is an ode to the Chinese New Year.

The Under Armour shoe is two-tones of gray with a shiny gold accent line that’s capped off with a pink and green floral pattern on the heel.
According to Under Armour’s website, Curry got his inspiration from Chinese paintings.

The Curry 7 Chinese New Year colorway features a gray on gray upper comprised of several layered materials. An original floral pattern—inspired by Chinese shui-mo ink and wash painting—elevates the shoe’s back panel and a golden, flexible plate helps augment its white heel.

Curry’s new shoes are available for purchase at the Warriors’ San Francisco arena, the Chase Center. The Davidson product and Under Armour have a locker that displays each shoe as they’re released. Inside the locker, Curry shares his colorway inspiration for the new signature shoe.

After being available at Chase Center on January 8, Curry’s shoes will get a global release on January 10, just in time for the start of the Chinese New Year.

Report: Injured Steph Curry goes through shooting workout brace free

Anthony Slater of The Athletic reported Stephen Curry was working out and shooting without a brace on his injured hand before the Warriors played the Milwaukee Bucks.

Stephen Curry has missed all but four games for the Golden State Warriors through the 2019-20 season due to injury, yet with each update, there seems to be positive news surrounding his broken left hand.

In early December, Curry had the pins removed from his surgically repaired hand, since then, the two-time Most Valuable Player has been able to be around his Golden State teammates with more consistency.

Throughout the season, Curry has been leading the charge from the Warriors’ bench, flying up and down Golden State’s sideline as the team’s lead hype man.

Recently, Steve Kerr told reporters that Curry is able to travel with the Warriors on the road — another productive sign regarding the recovery of his injured hand.

The positive news on the All-Star’s injury continued into the new year when Anthony Slater of The Athletic reported Curry was going through a shooting workout before the Warriors tipped-off against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Slater mentioned that Curry was working out with no brace or wrap on his left hand for the first time since injuring it in late October.

Another note Slater reported regarding Curry came from the Warriors practice before the team hosted Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks in San Francisco.

Hall of Fame point guard, Steve Nash, was in attendance for the practice, and he took place in a workout with Curry and Warriors’ assistant coach, Bruce Fraser.

According to Slater, Curry, Nash and Fraser started a shooting workout as reporters left the facility with the Davidson product using his left hand for the first time since injuring it against the Phoenix Suns.

There’s been no report if the Warriors plan to change Curry’s initial injury update period taking place in February, but from the outside, it looks like he’s progressing through his rehab.

With the Warriors record sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference standings, there’s no need to rush Curry back to the court quickly. For Golden State, injuries to both “Splash Brothers,” Curry and Klay Thompson have turned their 2019-20 season outlook from playoff potential to developing young pieces.

Patience will be key in regards to Curry’s return to the Golden State Warriors’ rotation.

Injury Update: Steph Curry cleared to travel with Warriors on road

Steve Kerr told reporters that Warriors injured All-Star, Stephen Curry will be able to travel with the team on upcoming road trips.

After stacking one of the most consistent five-year runs in NBA history, 2019-20 is quite the change for the Golden State Warriors.

The Warriors’ bottom of the standings record isn’t the most jarring change to Golden State, the fact Stephen Curry isn’t sprinting around the three-point line, launching shots from beyond the arc might be the most significant difference in the team’s first season in San Francisco’s new Chase Center.

Curry broke his left hand only four games in the 2019-20 season and has been relegated to the training table since late October.

The Warriors still plan on re-evaluating Curry’s hand in February, until then, Golden State will get a larger dose of the two-time Most Valuable Player on the sideline.

After getting pins removed from his surgically repaired hand in December, Curry was able to be around the Warriors on a more consistent basis— now in the new year, the All-Star guard has been cleared to travel with the team according to Steve Kerr.

Before the Warriors tipped off against the Detroit Pistons, Kerr told reporters Curry’s “definitely” able to travel with the team, but staying home may be the best place for him to continue his rehab.

I generally don’t ask guys to travel if they’re not going to play, especially because we have our facilities here for rehab — this is the best place for him to rehab in general.

Since Curry’s had the pins removed from his broken left hand, he’s been able to be around the team more often, whether that be on the bench for games, or at the practice facility. Multiple members of the Warriors mentioned there’s a different vibe when Curry is around the team, even from the bench, and now that energy could carry over to the road.

There are going to be road trips where Steph and Klay decide to come, but it’s more up to them and the training staff — I don’t have a requirement for anybody to come.

Kerr mentions Curry’s ability to travel at the 12:10 mark in the clip from his pregame press conference below.

Only winning three games away from home this season in 19 attempts, it’s safe to say Golden State can use any type of boost they can get while on the road.

Stephen Curry pays tribute to NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern

Warriors All-Star, Stephen Curry took to Twitter to pay tribute to NBA Commissioner David Stern after his passing was announced on Christmas Day.

While the rest of planet earth is ringing in the New Year, the basketball world is in mourning. On New Year’s Day, NBA Commissioner Emeritus, David Stern died of a brain hemorrhage at 77-years old.

Stern was known as a legend across all of basketball, changing the game into what we know it as in 2020. Stern’s accomplishments go from eliminating tape delay in the playoffs to launching NBA TV and NBA.com media platforms.

Stern was an advocate of the NBA turning into a global game, creating league offices across the world, which was new for his time. The Hall of Fame commissioner charged forward, taking the NBA into new cities across the United States and Canada.

Stern was on full display every June when the NBA draft rolled around each offseason. In 2009, Stern would make an announcement at the draft podium that would change the life of one Davidson Wildcat standout, and Warriors’ fans everywhere.

The Warriors selected Stephen Curry out of Davidson with the seventh overall, and Stern, on cue, announced the pick, introducing the future champion to the world.

After the announcement of Stern’s passing, the now two-time Most Valuable Player went to Twitter to pay his respect to the late commissioner.

Before Stern retired in 2014, Curry averaged 20.3 points, 6.7 assists and 4.1 rebounds per game. Curry’s signature three-pointer was just getting started while Stern was in office, with the marksman shooting 44 percent from beyond the arc over that time.

Along with Curry, other members of the Warriors have paid their respect to the former commissioner. Steve Kerr, Bob Myers and Rick Welts have all chimed in on the impact of legacy Stern’s left in the NBA.

Steph and Riley Curry show off elaborate father-daughter handshake

Stephen Curry and his daughter, Riley showed off an impressive handshake before the Warriors tipped off against the Dallas Mavericks.

Since arriving at superstardom, Stephen Curry’s family has shared the limelight with the two-time Most Valuable Player. Whether it’s his parents, Sonia and Dell celebrating in the crowd, or his wife Ayesha writing her own cookbook, the Warriors’ fanbase has grown to know the Curry family like their own.

However, the most famous descendant from the Curry family tree might be Curry’s eldest daughter, Riley. The child burst onto the scene in 2015, stealing her All-Star father’s Western Conference Finals press conference by casually interrupting him throughout with laughs and telling her dad to “be quiet.”

Riley later returned to the podium when the Warriors’ clinched the Western Conference, advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time in years. Curry’s daughter took over the press conference again, this time by reciting lines from Big Sean’s rap hit “Blessings.”

Riley returned to the spotlight before her father’s MVP acceptance speech in 2016. Curry’s eldest made a grand appearance to the speech by staring down and pointing out several members of the media before her father took the stage.

Although he’s dealing with an injury, Curry’s progressing through his rehab and able to be around the Warriors’ young roster on a more consistent basis. Instead of splashing long-distance jumpers, Curry’s finding new ways to bring energy to Golden State, as the team’s lead hype man.

Before the Warriors tipped off against the Dallas Mavericks, Curry got a little pregame motivation by showing off his handshake, with none other than his daughter, Riley.

It’s safe to say that not just NBA players, but literally everyone— loves a fun handshake, and the Curry’s might take the cake. Curry’s handshake with his seven-year-old daughter is more elaborate than most pregame handshakes you’ll see across NBA warm-ups.

Curry’s handshake with his daughter is just more evidence as to why Riley is a fan-favorite across the Golden State’s “Dub Nation.”