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Only two players locking horns over the GOAT debate rose to become billionaires in the NBA history. But unlike Michael Jordan, Lebron James is the only active player to achieve that feat. Following suit is Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry. But the sharpshooter almost bundled out of the billionaire race due to the former POTUS.
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The Dubs superstar has never shied away from the media and always taken up hard questions. On one such occasion, Curry made a bold statement against Donald Trump and almost called it quits with a company, which had a 5-year-long association then.
Why did Stephen Curry almost end the deal?
Stephen Curry has had a long-standing relationship with the sports brand, Under Armour. The superstar is currently under a $20 million per year contract with the company, which runs through 2024.
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The brand bond dates back to 2013 when Steph left Nike for Under Armour. Since then, he has been a loyal brand ambassador until a major stuck up in 2018.
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May 8, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half of game four of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
That year, a statement from the CEO of Under Armour, Kevin Plank, almost forced Steph to end their relationship. During an interview, Plank referred Donald Trump as “a real asset”.
Following the interview, Steph engaged in a long conversation with the company and expressed his displeasure. Later, the sports brand in its statement said that the CEO referred to Trump’s business policies and not social view points.
“There is no amount of money, there is no platform I wouldn’t jump off, if it wasn’t in line with who I am,” Steph reacted. Additionally, in 2017, the Chef made it clear that he wouldn’t go to the White House to visit the president for the Warriors’ NBA glory.
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But barring that 2018 hitch, the brand bond has only come of age.
What is Steph’s next level with Under Armour?
According to Rolling Stone, after the current contract, Under Armour could sign a lifetime deal with Steph. The deal could be over $1 billion.
Along with the valuation of Steph’s other businesses and NBA salary, he could become the second active player to become a billionaire.
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So, will Curry become a billionaire before his retirement? Let us know in the comments.
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