Stephen Curry, the star guard for the Golden State Warriors, recently brought his famous ‘Night Night’ celebration to China, thrilling fans on his latest tour. This celebration, which became popular during the 2022 NBA Playoffs, has become a big part of Curry’s image on the court and is now getting global attention as he promotes his brand store.
Curry’s China tour started excitedly, including stops in major cities like Chengdu, Shenyang, and Shanghai. The tour also marked the opening of the first Curry Brand store and the launch of new shoes, including those for NBA player De’Aaron Fox. Despite some issues, such as a canceled event in Xi’an due to large crowds, fans remained enthusiastic.
Over 10,000 fans came to Shanghai, where the tour ended, to see Stephen Curry play at the Shanghai Indoor Stadium. The atmosphere was charged as Curry entertained local basketball fans in a friendly game. He made an impressive three-pointer to end the game and celebrated with his signature ‘Night Night’ gesture, which excited the crowd.
The ‘Night Night’ celebration started during the 2022 NBA Playoffs when Curry used it to signify finishing off opponents after key shots. He said it came to him spontaneously during a game against the Denver Nuggets when he felt energized and wanted to show finality after scoring. Since then, fans worldwide have recognized it as a well-known part of his game.
Stephen Curry Receives Warm Welcome in China
Stephen Curry’s recent performance in Shanghai showed his basketball skills and highlighted how much his celebrations have caught on. The ‘Night Night’ gesture has been adopted by various athletes across different sports, including soccer stars like Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, who recently used the celebration during Inter Miami’s 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Union.
During the tour, Curry made efforts to connect with fans beyond basketball. During his Shanghai visit, he participated in cultural activities and even greeted people for the Mid-Autumn Festival. He interacted warmly with local basketball players and Chinese mixed martial artist Zhang Weili.
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Stephen Curry’s huge welcome in China shows how much of a basketball star he is and how basketball is catching on in Asia. The appreciation and love he received from the fans were unbelievable, and it is surely a tour that Curry will always remember.
