Stephen Curry was once considered a risky prospect, and multiple teams passed on him in the NBA draft. Reporting across outlets notes that there were concerns about his physical size, his playmaking, and his injury history, including the condition of his ankles.
Within that context, both sources describe Golden State’s coach Don Nelson as an influential figure in Curry ending up with the Warriors. They emphasize Nelson’s advocacy and involvement in the process that brought Curry to Golden State, presenting him as a key reason the team pursued and secured the guard. The coverage also highlights the narrative that Nelson’s conviction helped overcome broader doubts surrounding Curry at the time of the draft.
While the articles share the same core details, they differ mainly in framing and emphasis—one focuses more on the broader questions about Curry as a prospect, while the other stresses Nelson’s instrumental role as part of the Warriors’ decision-making and support around the pick.
