Stephen Curry‘s career has been nothing short of remarkable, with continuous growth and success. The 9-time All-Star has achieved glory, winning four championships, earning two MVP titles, and being named a former Finals MVP. However, his journey could have been entirely different if the Golden State Warriors hadn’t selected him as the 7th overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft.

His documentary “Stephen Curry: Underrated” is creating waves in the entertainment world. It befitting considering his success and further adds to his accomplishments. Offering a compelling narrative, it unveils the untold tale of his unwavering determination and triumphs, evident from a young age. With captivating storytelling, the film provides an intimate glimpse into Curry’s background, as shared by those who know him best.

The dawning of an unwavering mindset

A 10-seeded Davidson was set to battle against a 2-seeded Georgetown in NCAA March Madness quest 2008. Loaded with talent, Georgetown boasted Roy Hibbert, DaJuan Summers, Jessie Sapp, and Austin Freeman.

Dell Curry recalls a brief conversation before this game. He says, “I remember we were tailgating out in the parking lot. We’re having a good time. And then I see Doc Rivers. He’s come to watch his son play for Georgetown. And he’s like, Hey Dell, I’m like Hey Doc. He goes, Y’all guys have fun. Enjoy yourself. This is the last time you’re gonna be doing this.” 

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The conversation left Dell with doubts, adding to the immense pressure on his son’s team.

Georgetown considered Davidson unlikely to stand a chance and wrote them off in the matchup. “We knew we had to play pretty much a perfect game to bet ’em”, Curry said, recalling the day.

At the same time, his unshakable mindset knew they had what it took to do it. As the game unfolded, Davidson was trailing by a whopping 17 points with only 17:20 seconds left on the clock. “Boy, they shut you down better than anybody in the country,” the commentator said. Davidson shot a meager 27%, while Georgetown seemed unstoppable, boasting an impressive 70% shooting accuracy.

Exhausted and disheartened, the Davidson team sat on the bench, their shoulders slumped. But just when they needed it most, their coach injected optimism into the huddle. “We’re fine. We did this against Gonzaga, we’ve been here before.”

His coach’s confidence and optimism allowed Curry to take over the game.

Curry displayed remarkable courage in the face of adversity. He refused to back down when Davidson found themselves out of the competition. He fearlessly launched shots, propelling his team’s resurgence and securing a thrilling 74-70 victory.

Curry astounded with a stellar 30-point performance with five three-pointers. He also made a crucial shot amidst traffic after executing a seamless behind-the-back dribble. This helped push the Wildcats ahead by five with only three minutes left on the clock. This upset ignited the brackets propelling Davidson to the Sweet 16 for the fourth time in school history.

Steph Curry in NCAA

Davidson’s coach, Bob McKillop, countered Curry’s under-appreciation because of his appearance in high school. He instead focused and recognized his exceptional talent early on. Steph declined Virginia Tech’s walk-on spot offer, choosing to play three seasons (2006-2009) for Davidson. In these seasons, he averaged 25.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game, shooting 46/41/87.

Curry’s freshman year showcased a mix of ups and downs, but he finished with a 21.5 ppg average, setting records for 3-pointers made and points scored. In his sophomore year, he led Davidson to the Elite Eight, averaging 25.9 points and making 23 3-pointers during the NCAA tournament. As a junior, Curry dominated, leading the NCAA in scoring with 28.6 ppg and earning numerous accolades.

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With a spectacular college career, he entered the 2009 NBA draft, leaving Davidson with multiple records to his name. These included all-time leading scorer, all-time leader in 3-pointers, and all-time record-holder for 40-point and 30-point games.

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