Stephen Curry has earned ten All-Star appearances, two scoring titles, two MVP trophies, and four NBA championships during his 14 years in the league.
And he has done all of that before the age of 36 years old.
On Thursday, Curry celebrated his 36th birthday, an occasion shared on social media by his wife.
In a video posted by Ayesha, via ClutchPoints, Curry did his best old-man impression when told he was turning 36.
“I’m just trying to eat my tomatoes,” Curry croaked.
"I'm just trying to eat my tomatoes!"
Steph Curry is feeling his age as he celebrates his 36th birthday today 🎉
(via @ayeshacurry / IG)pic.twitter.com/MZw62nG7IO
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) March 14, 2024
36 isn’t very old in the grand scheme of things but it means that Curry is older than most other players in the NBA.
That means that there is a good chance he will be retiring within the next few years, as very few players stay in the league after hitting 40 years old.
The good news for the Warriors is that Curry is still doing phenomenal work at 36.
He is averaging 26.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, with a 44.9% field-goal percentage and a 40.7% three-point percentage.
Unfortunately, age has caused a few more injuries, although he remains relatively healthy.
Right now, Curry is out with an ankle injury but he should likely be back playing for Golden State soon.
That is important because the team is desperately attempting to climb higher in the Western Conference standings before the playoffs begin.
Right now, they are the tenth seed and just behind the Los Angeles Lakers.
As luck would have it, they are playing against the Lakers on Saturday, which will give both teams a chance to strengthen their records.
Will Curry be able to play in that game and if he does, will he get a belated birthday celebration?
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