In the wake of being left out of the Western Conference’s starting lineup for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, Golden State Warriors’ star Stephen Curry exhibited humility and sportsmanship. After the Warriors’ narrow 134-133 loss to the Sacramento Kings, Curry, who offered a team-high 33 points in the game, spoke highly of the outstanding performances by Dallas Mavericks’ Luka Doncic and Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Curry, known for his sharpshooting skills, acknowledged the remarkable seasons both players have had and emphasized their deserving places in the starting lineup. Despite not securing a starting spot after nine healthy years, Curry expressed gratitude for the recognition and highlighted the challenge of being acknowledged annually.
While Curry’s absence from the starting lineup marks a departure from the norm since the 2012-13 season, the two-time NBA MVP hopes to contribute to the All-Star Weekend festivities in an alternate role. With fan voting positioning Curry second among all Western Conference players, there’s anticipation that he will be selected when the NBA announces the reserves on February 1.
