Not so long ago, Stephen Curry wasn’t a superstar. He was a bit of an afterthought, an overlooked prospect known more for being Dell Curry’s son than for actually being a star-caliber recruit.
He didn’t have any flashy lights and constantly fought through doubts and adversity to become the player he is today.
Even after posting a historical season, NBA scouts continued to doubt him. Doubts that, to some, remained until this very season.
Curry Named SI’s Sportsperson Of The Year
Curry turned on a majestic performance to lead the Golden State Warriors to a comeback win in the NBA Finals over the Boston Celtics, crowning himself in the TD Garden, of all places.
That, plus many other accomplishments, granted him the honor of being Sports Illustrated’s 2022 Sportsperson of the Year:
He Silenced His Critics
It clearly meant more this time around. The Warriors had been out of the playoff picture in consecutive seasons, and some doubters were still questioning his legacy, even after three NBA championships and countless individual accolades.
He put the cherry on top by winning the only award that was missing from his trophy cabinet: The Finals MVP.
It’s Bigger Than Basketball
As remarkable as his stats and performances on the hardwood were this season, Curry’s impact off the court was even more impressive:
A Champion Of The People
Curry once again proved to be the same humble, easy-going, and down-to-earth young man he was when he first entered the league.
He had just silenced his doubters once and for all, cementing himself as one of the greatest players to ever do it. Still, that’s not all that matters for the Akron, Ohio native:
You may or may not be a fan of three-point happy offenses, but no one can deny that Steph Curry has changed the game of basketball forever. Now, he’s looking to make that same impact off the court and help the world become a better place, which, to me, is worth more than any trophy he can win in the NBA.
Last Updated on December 8, 2022 by Ernesto Cova
