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Butler, Curry lead Warriors past Grizzlies 121-116 to secure seventh seed in West playoffs • Apr. 16, 2025, 1:57 AM ET (AP)
The NBA's playoff chase will end Sunday. Here's a look at what's happening • Apr. 12, 2025, 10:29 AM ET (AP)
Curry scores 37 points and Warriors beat Lakers 123-116 in a potential first-round playoff preview • Apr. 4, 2025, 12:49 AM ET (AP)
Curry hits 12 3s and scores 52 as Warriors moving up in the West with a victory over the Grizzlies • Apr. 2, 2025, 6:10 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As Wardell Stephen Curry II • Steph Curry
Born March 14, 1988 (age 37) • Akron • Ohio
Awards And Honors Olympic Games • Most Valuable Player

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