Stephen Curry joined the couch at the TODAY show on September 10, 2025. He’s fresh off discussing his new book, Shot Ready. Many would expect a polished, promotional turn. What we got instead was a raw, unfiltered telling of what drives the man who changed the modern NBA.
A Champion’s Mindset Beyond the Court
On TODAY, Curry laid out how Shot Ready isn’t just a guide to elite shooting; it’s a manifesto on the discipline that fuels greatness in any arena. He shared that his championship mindset “extends beyond basketball,” a line that hit home with anyone juggling family, business, or their own lofty ambitions. You could hear the pride as he described his daily rituals, including cold plunges, compression sleeves, and clean meals from his wife, Ayesha, to keep his body courtroom-ready at the age of 37.
Navigating the 3-Point Revolution
Curry didn’t shy from addressing criticism: yes, he ignited the three-point era, but he also backed it up with sweat and repetition. With league-wide 3-point attempts soaring and traditional play fading, he pushed back on the idea that the game’s been “ruined.” “If you want to do that,” he said, “get in the gym, get your reps in, and earn it.” It’s that same energy he poured into rewriting history, becoming the first NBA player ever to hit 4,000 career three-pointers. “Every three is a record,” he said. “This one sets an entirely new standard.”
Self-Doubt In the Spotlight
What’s most striking is how Curry, a two-time MVP and four-time champion, opened up about feeling like an imposter at times. “I’m human like everybody,” he said in a CNBC interview, wondering if he’s doing “everything you can to take care of people that are relying on you.” That brutal honesty, that even a generational star wrestles with self-doubt, grounds him in a way no highlight reel ever could.
Rewarded For Leadership, Not Just Skill
This season’s Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year Award recognized something deeper in Curry’s legacy. Players voted him the best teammate for his leadership, mentorship, and selflessness, earning 1,257 points and edging out Steven Adams, marking the first time he has won this category. It’s proof that his influence extends far beyond the game, reaching the locker room, the community, and the culture.
The Thin Line Between Hero and Human
There’s a moment, too, in the season narrative where Curry’s finite limits flicker in public view. After battling fatigue and a nagging back strain, Coach Steve Kerr admitted Curry looked drained. “He’s tired… he’s been carrying us for a month,” Kerr said. It was a reminder that even Steph Curry needs rest and that managing a legacy is as much about preservation as it is about performance.
Conclusion
Curry isn’t just talking about today’s NBA; he’s living it, influencing it, and lifting it with grit, vulnerability, and relentless ambition. Whether he’s writing new chapters in Shot Ready or quietly mentoring teammates, he’s still rewriting what greatness looks like.
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