“We’ve never seen a superstar move like this” – Steph Curry getting ‘Michael Jordan’ like treatment during road games has NBA fans in shock of Warriors star’s popularity
Steph Curry fans show up in overwhelming numbers in Washington to watch the star play.
Stephen Curry is welcomed by sea of fans in Washington. (Image via USA Today)
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is certainly one of the most loved NBA players. The athlete is also frequently in conversation about changing the game. In his fifteen-year-old career, the legendary three-point shooter has gained many fans, and his star power is truly remarkable.
The Warriors’ last game was against the Washington Wizards in Washington, DC. After the game, a video went viral where, Curry is seen heading to the locker room after the win. Fans were waiting in large numbers to get autographs and jerseys signed by the players.
Fans waiting outside the locker room for him has become a very familiar scene, even in away games, irrespective of the team which they support. Such has been the fan craze surrounding Steph, and it is hard not to compare his star power to that of NBA GOAT Michael Jordan.
It is expected that his fans show up to his games and seek autographs and pictures with the star. But fans show up in large numbers to see the player play in almost every city. It is surprising to see the number of fans wearing Curry jerseys in arenas in different cities all over the country.
Steph Curry’s impact in other cities surprises NBA fans
NBA fans are aware of Curry’s impact on the game and the fan following of the superstar. However, the number of fans in different cities and fans traveling to watch his games is truly unreal.
Despite an underwhelming performance against the Wizards, the player received warm treatment from fans in the arena.
After watching Curry get superstar treatment during road games, fans started comparing the athlete to some of the biggest names in the NBA. Fans could not help but show respect for the star’s effect on basketball lovers. NBA Twitter reacted to the viral video online.
Sharing a wide spectrum of reactions online, here’s what fans had to say:
This is not the first time the player has received love during on-road games. In January, the Warriors played against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. Despite being in Chicago, Curry was the star of the show, as a large number of fans showed up to witness the star.
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