NBA: Warrior godfather.

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"Name: Stephen Curry"

"Height/weight: 6'3"/185 lbs."

"Position: Point guard."

"School/Grade: Butler University/Junior."

"NBA Prototype: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf"

Pros:

The best scorer in the NCAA, currently averaging 31.9 points per game. His scoring ability and speed put immense pressure on defenses.

He is fearless on the court and can shoot from any position, using any type of movement, all with great efficiency.

A highly confident shooter, particularly in clutch situations.

Despite constant defensive pressure, he can create space and hit difficult shots.

His shooting is fast and consistent (whether dribbling or being guarded). He has NBA-level shooting range and uses fakes to unbalance defenders, making him extremely hard to guard.

Excellent movement without the ball, with great footwork coming off screens, and he adjusts quickly to maintain shooting accuracy.

Strong at changing rhythm and direction, with good ball-handling skills, excellent vision when advancing, and steady control over the ball.

A strong desire to win, having grown up in a basketball environment. He remains calm and makes sound decisions on the court.

Exceptional in one-on-one situations and mismatched offense, perfectly suited for pick-and-roll plays.

Cons:

His explosiveness and athleticism are below NBA standards, and he lacks the physical talent typical for the league.

Poor shot selection, needing to improve his shooting efficiency (although it's already quite high).

He occasionally makes foolish mistakes when playing point guard, particularly with risky back passes.

His physical toughness needs improvement. His wingspan and speed are average, offering limited room for growth.

He relies too heavily on outside shooting, especially three-pointers, often taking shots while holding the ball. His playing habits are a bit extreme (bold and underlined).

Summary: Stephen Curry's athleticism is below NBA standards, and his finishing ability at the basket is not exceptional. He relies too much on his outside shot, but his shooting is undeniably elite. Against NBA-level defense, his performance may drop, but he remains an elite shooter. While his potential seems to be fully tapped, he will likely thrive as a super sixth man, a valuable scorer, though not the main offensive leader of a team (he often shoots threes during unguarded fast breaks).

Larry Riley carefully reviewed the scouting report in his hand, occasionally making notes with his pen.

"Stephen Curry... there's still time. Let's see where he stands after the draft," he muttered as he set the report aside and rubbed his eyes.

On his desk, there were a dozen thick scouting reports, but Curry's was the one he had marked the most. After resting his eyes for a moment, Riley felt a bit more refreshed. He turned to the seven or eight scouting reports he had yet to review, chuckling to himself.

The 2009 NBA Draft was just two months away, and as the general manager of the Golden State Warriors, Larry Riley was preparing for it.

Although this year wasn't considered a strong draft class, and the lottery hadn't yet been conducted, the Warriors maintained their tradition of underperformance, finishing eighth from the bottom in the league. If things went according to plan, they'd secure a fairly high draft pick.

Glancing at his watch, he noticed it was already 11:10 a.m. Having spent all morning reading scouting reports, Riley decided to take a break and picked up a newspaper.

It was the San Francisco Chronicle, the largest-circulation newspaper in the city. The sports section featured a headline with a photo of Curry, the star of the scouting report, holding a trophy.

"In the recent NCAA March Madness finals, the Butler Bulldogs, led by Coach Z, defended their title, and Stephen Curry was named MOP for the second straight year. The magical pairing of the Colombian coach and the skinny, baby-faced guard dominated the NCAA! It's been reported that Stephen Curry is frequently asked to show his ID when entering bars. However, this young man scored a stunning 31 points and had 6 assists in the championship game. The NCAA no longer challenges him, and after the game, he announced he would enter this year's NBA Draft..."

Larry Riley smiled as he read the article.

He had traveled to Indiana to watch a Butler game and saw firsthand how Curry could score with ease. Riley was impressed and had already considered using the seventh pick to draft him.

Having worked with Nelson for so long, Riley wasn't as obsessed with raw athleticism and talent as other GMs. He greatly admired Curry's shooting ability, and Nelson had frequently praised Curry's game.

Looking at the picture of Curry, Riley noticed the young guard had bulked up since the last time he saw him. The word "skinny" no longer seemed to apply.

Riley had tentatively decided that if Curry's physical measurements were satisfactory, he'd invite him for a workout with the Warriors and consider him as a potential candidate for the No. 7 pick—though it seemed unlikely Curry would fall that far.

His thoughts then turned to Coach Liam Gonzalez.

Riley had tremendous respect for the young coach who had discovered Curry and led Butler University to back-to-back NCAA championships. He'd even considered inviting Liam to join the Warriors as an assistant coach.

The Rockets had Yao Ming, and every team envied the way they'd tapped into the international market. Colombia's economy was on the rise, barely affected by the financial crisis. It was a dynamic country with a growing NBA fan base, and every team wanted a piece of that market.

The Rockets had made a fortune, and Riley couldn't help but feel envious.

A player like Yao Ming was rare, but a coach like Liam Gonzalez could be another gateway to that market.

After weighing the pros and cons, Riley ultimately decided against the idea.

A coach's influence, he knew, could never match that of a star player, and Nelson had full control over the coaching staff. Bringing in someone new would be tricky.

Just as his thoughts drifted, his phone buzzed.

Looking at the caller ID, Riley saw that it was his boss, Chris Cohan.

He quickly picked up the call.

"Boss, what can I do for you?" Riley asked, his tone respectful.

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