Stephen Curry’s family has often found itself in the spotlight, whether through his parents cheering courtside or his siblings carving out their own space in sports. His younger sister, Sydel Curry-Lee, has largely kept life away from the floor, focusing on family, fitness, and content creation. Yet every so often, her story collides directly with the NBA’s orbit. Married to veteran guard Damion Lee, Sydel has lived the rhythm of a pro basketball career up close.

That journey took root in Phoenix, where the Curry-Lee family built their base during Damion’s stint with the Suns. For years, Arizona was home: raising three children, making friends, and becoming part of the community. As Sydel herself put it in an Instagram Reel, “I love Phoenix… I’ve done a lot of growing up… built a community… I am sad to be moving. My kids have grown up here; they have their own little friends. It’s sad, but it’s just the right move for me and my family”. That quiet honesty gave fans a glimpse into the personal toll of change, setting the stage for what came next.

The big reveal arrived when Sydel captioned a post: “WE ARE MOVING! Goodbye AZ, hello ❓ exciting times ahead for the Lee family! #bloompartner @bloomsupps”. It confirmed that Phoenix was no longer their home base and hinted at relocation plans tied to Damion’s next professional step. This came just days after Ironi Ness Ziona of Israel announced the signing of the seven-year NBA veteran. Lee, who once averaged 12.7 points in a season with the Golden State Warriors, is now shifting overseas for a new challenge after limited minutes and injuries derailed his role in Phoenix.

The numbers underline why. Damion Lee logged 335 NBA games with career averages of 7.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists, while shooting 37.4 percent from deep. His highlight came in 2022, when he celebrated a championship alongside Steph in Golden State. But last season, after returning from a meniscus tear that kept him out all of 2023–24, he managed only 25 appearances for the Suns with 3.3 points per game. That slide, coupled with Phoenix declining to re-sign him, paved the way for his move abroad. For Sydel, it meant managing the family’s relocation, weighing the sadness of leaving Phoenix against the excitement of new opportunities.

The change also holds a personal weight for Curry himself. While the Warriors star prepares for another grueling NBA season, he will be doing so knowing his sister and her young family are preparing for life overseas. It’s a separation shaped by sacrifice, and while the Currys have long been used to spreading out across states and schedules, this new chapter carries its own challenges. For now, Sydel’s posts make it clear: Phoenix is in the rearview, and the next stop is still under wraps. But before that unfolds, the family’s bittersweet farewell sets up the story of Damion Lee’s quiet exit from the NBA stage.

Stephen Curry’s Sister Gets Emotional as Husband Quietly Fades Away From NBA

Away from the headlines, Sydel Curry-Lee marked her husband’s departure with a small but telling moment. On Instagram, she shared a picture from a sushi restaurant with the caption: “Final date before he leaves 🥺😭.” A simple note, yet one that showed the weight of what’s ahead. It was the last outing before Damion boarded a plane for Israel, beginning his tenure with Ironi Ness Ziona. For their family of five, the caption carried the heaviness of a looming separation.

Lee’s NBA path had been shrinking for some time. Once a reliable three-point specialist and rotation piece, his minutes dwindled in Phoenix. From his breakout 2019–20 campaign with Golden State, where he posted 12.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.7 assists, to last season’s reduced role, the contrast was sharp. Injuries played their part, particularly the meniscus tear that sidelined him for an entire year. By the time Phoenix’s roster shifted under new leadership, Lee’s role was all but gone.

For Israel’s Ironi Ness Ziona, however, the fit made sense. The club competes in the Israeli Basketball Premier League and has tasted success with a FIBA Europe Cup win in 2021. The team rolled out the red carpet with a welcoming post: “Welcome Damion! 🧡 The NBA champion lands in the heart of the colony”. That message confirmed the fresh start for the 32-year-old, and while it may not hold the spotlight of NBA arenas, it offers him a chance to play real minutes and extend his career meaningfully.

Still, for Sydel and their children, the move is bittersweet. Two years earlier, she had shared a heartfelt tribute, praising Lee’s strength and devotion: “I will never take for granted the person you are and the strength you give me through every phase of life we’ve been through together”.

That same openness made her recent posts resonate deeply. Fans know the bond between them, which is why her tearful goodbyes echoed beyond family circles. Now, with Lee turning a page abroad, Sydel balances emotions of pride, sadness, and the challenge of relocation, all while her brother Stephen braces for a season without his closest family nearby.