The Warriors’ open practice last week delivered more than drills and shooting — it gave us a priceless sibling moment.
Seth Curry donned No. 30 while Steph sported No. 31, swapping their usual jersey numbers for the day in a playful nod to their shared basketball lineage.
Steph Curry has been a Warrior for life. Drafted by Golden State in 2009, he has become the face of the franchise, a multi-time MVP and champion. He has worn No. 30 for all 16 seasons of his Warriors career, a number thatâ€s become part of his identity as much as his shooting form.
So when his younger brother joined Golden State, one question lingered: what number would Seth Curry take?
He wasnâ€t able to secure No. 30 from Steph.
“I tried to buy it from him,†Seth joked. “He said he didnâ€t need the money.â€Â
Seth actually has worn No. 30 for most of his own career, including recent stints with the Brooklyn Nets, Dallas Mavericks and Charlotte Hornets. Before that, he spent two seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers wearing No. 31, and earlier in his career bounced between 30, 31 and 10 as he moved from team to team.
This NBA season is the first time since Seth entered the league as an undrafted rookie in 2013 that the two have shared a training camp, finally taking the floor as teammates instead of competitors.
The 35-year-old joined the Warriors on an Exhibit 9 contract, which allows him to participate in training camp and the preseason. Because of the NBAâ€s second-apron restrictions, Golden State will need to waive him before finalizing its roster — but the team can re-sign him as early as Nov. 11 while staying under the tax threshold.
The lighthearted jersey swap at open practice gave Warriors fans a glimpse of the brothers†easy chemistry — and a reminder of how rare it is to see both Currys on the same court.
Steph remains the Warriors†cornerstone, while Seth begins a new chapter in familiar territory, wearing a familiar number — just not No. 30.
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