This is an interview with Stephen Curry, where he discusses various aspects of his life and career. He talks about his highest-scoring game in the NBA, his favorite type of play, his diet before games, his pre-game playlists, and his nickname "Chef Curry". He also shares insights about his mindset, how he was underrated growing up, and his belief in the "underrated mindset". Curry discusses his personal life, including meeting his wife Aisha, and his golf game. He talks about his best shots, his shoe size, and his celebration after hitting a big shot. He also talks about his tips on shooting, his lifestyle, and his legacy. Curry talks about his NBA Finals performances, his eye color, his unanimous MVP award, his half-court shots, and his record for the most three-pointers made in NBA history. He also talks about his ability to dunk, his training regimen, and his golf game. Curry shares his wingspan and his position on the scoring list in the NBA. He concludes the interview by expressing his admiration for his father's career and his goal to pass him in scoring.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Stephen Curry's highest scoring game in the NBA is 62 points.
2. Curry's favorite kind of play is a four-point play, where he gets fouled on the three-point line and knocks down a shot.
3. Curry's vertical jump was measured at 28-32 inches during the 2009 pre-draft combine.
4. Curry's pre-game meal usually consists of grilled chicken, pasta, and veggies.
5. Curry listens to a playlist with various types of music before games, featuring artists like Lupe Fiasco and LeCrae.
6. Curry's nickname "Chef Curry" was popularized by Drake, but he says the real "Chef Curry" is his wife Aisha.
7. Curry's shoe size is 12.5 or 13, depending on the kicks.
8. Curry played college basketball at Davidson.
9. Curry met his wife Aisha in high school at their church youth group.
10. Curry has won multiple NBA championships, including beating Cleveland three times and Boston in the 2022 finals.
11. Curry was drafted 7th overall in the NBA draft.
12. Curry's favorite shot is the "night night" celebration, where he puts his hand up to signal the end of the game.
13. Curry has been named the unanimous MVP of the NBA.
14. Curry has made over 2,974 three-pointers in his career, an NBA record.
15. Curry can dunk, but doesn't do it often in games due to energy conservation.
16. Curry trains extensively, including in the weight room and on the court, to maintain his skill set and conditioning.
17. Curry has a relatively average wingspan of 6'3" for his height.
18. Curry is currently 48th on the NBA scoring list.