Regardless of what NBA team you root for to win the next NBA title, you surely know Stephen Curry, who is now “The Greatest Shooter in NBA History.”
Aside from talent and hard work, the support system behind a man is an important reason for bagging an achievement – not just one NBA Championship but four.
In this article, I will go through Stephen Curry’s family tree to get an idea of how he rose to be a superstar.
Who Comprises the Curry Family?
The Curry family has already made a mark as a household of remarkable athletes.
Steph’s parents and siblings played either basketball or volleyball as a varsity or professionally. Now, his son Canon has also shown interest in the game.
Let me dive deeper into each member of the Curry family to understand better.
1. Stephen Curry
Wardell Stephen Curry II currently plays as a professional basketball player under the banner of the Golden State Warriors.
Stephen was born on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio. His parents are Dell and Sonya Curry, with siblings Seth and Sydel Curry.
Now, he has a family with his wife, Ayesha. They have three kids – two girls named Riley, Ryan and a son named Canon Curry.
The Warriors drafted Stephen Curry in 2009. Over the past years, the franchise has become a powerhouse in the Western Conference.
He also helped the squad get 4 NBA Championships. The latest one in 2022 is when he got his first NBA Finals MVP.
He is no longer a stranger to NBA Championships. He even holds the record with the most made threes in NBA history – more than 3,000.
Steph is considered a future Hall of Famer with several endorsements under his belt.
2. Ayesha Curry
Ayesha Disa Alexander-Curry is the loving wife of Stephen Curry. She is a celebrity, a YouTube vlogger, an entrepreneur, and a book author.
Ayesha Curry was born on March 23, 1989, and spent her early years in Ontario, Canada.
Ayesha and Steph decided to date during Steph’s stint at Davidson College and got married last 2011.
In July 2022, the family walked through the ESPY Awards red carpet. Ayesha captioned her Instagram post about her outfit that day with, “Espy’s glam.”
3. Riley Curry
Ayesha and Steph’s daughter Riley Curry is the oldest among their kids.
Her real name is Riley Elizabeth Curry. She got famous for accompanying his father in interviews.
These were commonly cute interaction videos or photos between Steph and her daughter, Riley Curry, when she was young.
One remarkable scene is when Riley stole the spotlight during her father’s MVP of the season press conference.
Riley Curry walked inside the venue while signing to Stephen that “she is watching.”
4. Ryan Curry
Steph and Ayesha Curry are parents of two daughters, Riley and Ryan.
Stephen Curry’s daughter Ryan Curry was born on July 10, 2015, and is the middle child after her big sister Riley Curry.
Ayesha Curry always brings their daughter Ryan and the other kids during Steph’s games to support the NBA superstar.
You can see several photos online of Steph or Ayesha carrying Riley, Ryan, or Canon.
5. Canon Curry
As mentioned above, Steph has two daughters. Aside from his daughters, Riley and Ryan, is their son Canon.
Canon Wardell Jack Curry was born on July 2, 2018. He is the latest addition to the family photo of Stephen and his wife, Ayesha Curry.
Stephen Curry’s son Canon has already shown interest in basketball.
He might be the future three-point sniper in the family.
6. Dell Curry
Seth and Steph Curry rarely miss beyond the arc since it runs through their family.
Wardell Stephen Curry Sr. is a former NBA player who started his NBA career last 1986 when he got drafted 15th overall by the Utah Jazz.
Since then, he has given his three-point scoring service to FOUR teams – Cleveland Cavaliers, Charlotte Hornets, Milwaukee Bucks, and Toronto Raptors.
Dell Curry was married to Sonya Curry. However, they recently went through a divorce last 2021. Now, Steph’s dad is a television commentator and analyst for the Charlotte Hornets.
7. Sonya Curry
While Steph’s father taught him the fundamentals of basketball, his mom taught him discipline for the game.
We can still see her support by being present at Golden State Warriors games, like Stephen’s wife, Ayesha Curry and their kids.
Steph’s mom was also a known volleyball player who last played for Virginia Tech.
This school is also where she met Dell Curry, whom she decided to marry in 1988.
8. Seth Curry
Seth Adham Curry is the younger brother of Stephen Curry, who currently plays for the Brooklyn Nets. Like his dad and brother, he is also an excellent three-point shooter.
In his NBA career, he has already played with eight teams.
One of the greatest matchups with his older brother in the NBA was when the Golden State Warriors defeated his Portland Trail Blazers in the Western Conference finals.
Currently, Seth is married to his wife, Callie Curry. She was formerly called Callie Rivers, the daughter of NBA Coach Doc Rivers.
Seth and Callie now have a daughter and a son named Carter and Cash Curry.
9. Sydel Curry
Dell and Sonya’s youngest and only daughter also took their athletic genes.
Sydel Alicia Curry-Lee was a former volleyball player, bagging several championships in her varsity years.
The Warriors guard’s sister is now a known social media influencer who also advocates for Mental Health.
Aside from that, she also has her own family, with Steph’s former Warriors teammate Damian Lee.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Let me answer more questions below to know more about the Warriors superstar.
Are Seth and Steph Curry Full Brothers?
Seth and Steph Curry do not only look very much alike, but they are also both three-point specialists.
YES. They are full brothers and both NBA players under different teams. The latter is the oldest among the three siblings, while the former is the youngest.
They are both children of the former NBA player Dell Curry and Sonya Curry.
What Does Stephen Curry’s Tattoo on His Arm Mean?
Stephen Curry has a tattoo of a greater than and less than symbol on his left bicep. This represents a bible verse, “He must become greater; I must become less.”
Another one on his left bicep represents his love for the game. It is the WOE initials which means “Working on Excellence.”
Conclusion
Before the sad injury-laden NBA finals in 2019, the Golden State Warriors already had three NBA championships.
They then returned to a familiar place at the Western Conference Finals and got their 4th NBA championship in 2022.
This shows how great Steph Curry is and how good the Golden State Warriors team has been. But, behind the “Best 3-Point Shooter” is a good family that supports him.
Stephen Curry is very thankful to his loved ones, besides his unwavering love for God.
Feature Image credit: Cyrus Saatsaz, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
