Stephen Curry is set to be honored with a special exhibit at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, with the opening scheduled for Friday. Multiple outlets report the exhibit recognizes Curry’s impact on the game, particularly his 3-point shooting and the role it has played in his success and in modern NBA play.

Yahoo Sports and Newsweek both describe the recognition as historic, noting that Curry is the first current NBA player to receive an exhibit from the Hall of Fame while still active. The honor highlights his accomplishments and status as a prominent figure in basketball during his playing career.

The planned exhibit is presented by the Hall of Fame as an acknowledgement of Curry’s influence rather than a standard induction-related display, which typically comes after a player’s career ends. The coverage focuses on the timing and significance of the recognition, emphasizing that Curry’s standing as a current star is what makes the exhibit notable.