Stephen Curry’s level of loyalty should be a model for young players

There has been a recent surge of young talent across the league, and Stephen Curry has continued to showcase the gold standard of franchise loyalty.

Stephen Curry’s father, the infamous Dell Curry, didn’t necessarily want him drafted by the Warriors.

Back then, Golden State wasn’t the same premier landing spot as it is now. They can thank their ascension into the NBA’s top realm of teams to Stephen Curry. He’s been the model for both consistency and excellence.

Curry inked his first supermax deal at the start of the 2017-2018 season. With discussions of extending him starting again, it’s crucial to remember just how dominant he’s been for Golden State.

Seventh overall in the 2009 NBA Draft, Stephen Curry was taken after a plethora of highly touted players. He wasn’t projected to one day the league’s only unanimous MVP. After just four seasons in the league, his stardom was obvious.

The Warriors have continued to stay relevant. They’ve continued to thrive and build around the superstar, one thing that’s helped keep him in the Bay Area. However, it’s just his personality, and it’s something the Warriors need to be thankful for.

Curry signed over a $200 million contract back during the 2017 offseason. He’s proven to be worth every penny of that as what he’s brought to the team and city in terms of both winning and merchandising is clear.

Players like Zion Williamson need to both hope they have the ownership structure in place that will continue to allow them to thrive and understand that they can’t run from every situation. You do not the respect that Curry has in his home from running when things get tough.

Dirk Nowitski, Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan — those players will forever be remembered by their franchise. Stephen Curry will be too, and it’s because of how he’s handled his business with the Golden State Warriors.