A new role is on the horizon for Stephen Curry. The NBA’s all-time leading three-point scorer is moving back to where his basketball career took flight. His alma mater Davidson College extended an offer to Curry to become the assistant general manager for the basketball program. It’s an enticing full-circle moment for the Baby Face Assassin who hopes to create a successful program for Davidson College.
But does this mean he is done playing in the NBA?
A sudden call for retirement would sure be a shock considering how successful the Golden State Warriors have been since adding Jimmy Butler. And all the Curry stans can rest assured. The Chef still has some years left to cook some more sizzling performances in the NBA. Stephen Curry will work with Davidson while actively being an NBA athlete.
This marks the first time that a U.S. professional major sports athlete will have an administrative role with an NCAA team. And Curry is pumped to get things underway.
Feb 8, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) post game interview against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Davidson College released a statement about his hire and the 36-year-old promises to create a wonderful atmosphere at his alma mater. “The Davidson experience is top notch… I had the opportunity to play basketball at the highest level, got a great education, an amazing network through the Davidson alumni and continue to wave the Davidson flag. I want very talented, high character student athletes to have that same experience,” said Curry.
Since Curry’s run that saw Davidson College grace the Elite Eight round for just the third time in its history, things have been difficult. The university is yet to get out of the second round after missing the tournament in the past two years. With Curry’s inclusion, they will hope to not attract top college athletes. Not only that, but the college could foster a winning culture, much like Curry has with the Warriors.
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