Curry's journey is defined by defying the "eye test". His pre-draft scouting reports famously doubted his ability to run a team or handle physical defenses.
The criticism cut deep. In a powerful article for The Players' Tribune titled "Underrated," Curry revealed how degrading assessments of his game fueled his fire. He recalled major draft analyst Doug Gottlieb tweeting that there were six other point guards in his class with a higher upside than him. He recounted the scouting labels: "Undersized," "Not a finisher," "Extremely limited". Stephen Curry- Underrated
The documentary premiered at the on January 23 and was released globally on Apple TV+ and in select theaters on July 21, 2023 . Director: Peter Nicks Curry's journey is defined by defying the "eye test"
The Underrated brand aims to provide access to underserved athletes, celebrating themes of equity and opportunity. In a powerful article for The Players' Tribune
In a critical play-in game against the Los Angeles Clippers in April 2026, Curry returned from a two-month injury absence to score 35 points, including 27 in the second half. With 50 seconds left, he fell down while shooting a three-pointer—a shot that would break the tie. As he lay on the floor, he turned to a courtside fan and asked if it went in. It did. He hit it blind.
Because Curry does not look like LeBron James or Giannis Antetokounmpo, his physical dominance is routinely underrated. We live in a basketball culture that equates physical dominance with poster dunks, bulldozing drives, and raw muscle. Curry’s dominance is cardiovascular.
