Stephen Curry has taken more than his fair share of hits over the years - and he’s got the scars to prove it. The Golden State Warriors’ superstar may be known for his smooth jumper and dazzling handles, but life in the NBA has left him with a few physical reminders of just how demanding this game can be.
Whether it’s a hard screen, a drive to the rim, or a loose-ball scramble, Curry’s style of play puts him in the thick of the action. And while the NBA doesn’t have the same reputation for contact as, say, the NFL, make no mistake: it’s a physical grind. Just ask Curry, who recently took a hard fall after a questionable play by Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels - a moment that had fans and analysts alike raising eyebrows.
But Curry’s not dwelling on it. In fact, he’s already thinking about how to turn those battle wounds into something more reflective. During a recent Rakuten holiday shoot, the four-time NBA champion shared a lighthearted idea for how he might one day look back on his career - through the lens of his scars.
“I think when I’m done playing, whenever that is, I’ll take a picture of all the different scabs and scars I got and have a story time - ‘Scars with Steph Storytime,’” Curry said. “I’ll go through each and every one. We got a long memory of all of them.”
It’s a unique way to catalog a Hall of Fame career - not through highlight reels or stat sheets, but through the physical reminders of the journey. Every cut, bruise, and scab tells a story: a playoff battle, a regular-season dogfight, a dive for a loose ball that didn’t make the box score but mattered all the same.
And here’s the good news for Warriors fans: that “Scars with Steph” series won’t be airing anytime soon. Curry, even deep into his 30s, is still playing at an elite level. He remains the engine of Golden State’s offense, the face of the franchise, and one of the most dangerous players in the league - night in and night out.
As for the never-ending “GOAT” debate? That conversation usually starts with Michael Jordan and LeBron James.
But don’t be surprised if Curry continues to force his way into the discussion. Former Celtics great Paul Pierce recently said as much, suggesting that Curry’s resume - which includes multiple MVPs, four championships, and a revolutionary impact on how the game is played - might be enough to eventually surpass even LeBron in those all-time rankings.
That’s still a debate for another day. What’s clear right now is this: Stephen Curry isn’t done writing his story.
And when the time comes to reflect on it all - the wins, the losses, the injuries, the comebacks - he’ll have the scars to show for it. And knowing Steph, he’ll find a way to turn even those into something unforgettable.