Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain has long idolized Stephen Curry, the two-time NBA MVP and one of the greatest shooters in league history. But their connection goes beyond just admiring each other's skills from afar. In fact, Curry has become a mentor to McCain, offering him guidance through voice notes that have helped shape his approach to the game.
McCain met Curry at the 2022 Curry Camp, where he asked for advice on how to deal with pressure. Curry's response - "trusting your work" and focusing on preparation - has been instrumental in helping McCain navigate the ups and downs of his young NBA career. The mental side of performance has been a particular area of focus, with McCain studying Curry's meditation and visualization routine.
While their paths will cross again soon when the 76ers visit the Warriors in San Francisco, McCoy won't get to face off against Curry on Tuesday night due to the Golden State star's right knee soreness. However, he is eager for that opportunity and has been taking advantage of every chance to be around Curry, from sitting front-row seats at his pre-game workouts to speaking with him at All-Star weekend.
Curry's emphasis on trust and preparation has been a valuable lesson for McCain, who has had to adapt to an unusual season due to injuries affecting both himself and other players. But he remains optimistic that his off-ball movement will resurface in a more noticeable way as the season progresses.
The 22-year-old guard credits Curry with helping him get to where he is today, saying "he really helped me get to the NBA" and that their relationship has been nothing short of surreal. For McCain, it's not just about playing against or with his idol - it's about learning from someone who embodies the qualities of dedication, hard work, and perseverance that he aspires to in his own career.
As for Curry sending voice notes with advice, it's a testament to their growing connection beyond just on-court competition. For McCain, there's no higher praise than hearing those words of wisdom directly from his hero, and he feels grateful for the opportunity to learn from someone who has inspired him in such a profound way.
McCain met Curry at the 2022 Curry Camp, where he asked for advice on how to deal with pressure. Curry's response - "trusting your work" and focusing on preparation - has been instrumental in helping McCain navigate the ups and downs of his young NBA career. The mental side of performance has been a particular area of focus, with McCain studying Curry's meditation and visualization routine.
While their paths will cross again soon when the 76ers visit the Warriors in San Francisco, McCoy won't get to face off against Curry on Tuesday night due to the Golden State star's right knee soreness. However, he is eager for that opportunity and has been taking advantage of every chance to be around Curry, from sitting front-row seats at his pre-game workouts to speaking with him at All-Star weekend.
Curry's emphasis on trust and preparation has been a valuable lesson for McCain, who has had to adapt to an unusual season due to injuries affecting both himself and other players. But he remains optimistic that his off-ball movement will resurface in a more noticeable way as the season progresses.
The 22-year-old guard credits Curry with helping him get to where he is today, saying "he really helped me get to the NBA" and that their relationship has been nothing short of surreal. For McCain, it's not just about playing against or with his idol - it's about learning from someone who embodies the qualities of dedication, hard work, and perseverance that he aspires to in his own career.
As for Curry sending voice notes with advice, it's a testament to their growing connection beyond just on-court competition. For McCain, there's no higher praise than hearing those words of wisdom directly from his hero, and he feels grateful for the opportunity to learn from someone who has inspired him in such a profound way.
. I mean, Stephen Curry is like a legend on and off the court 
. And Jared McCain is one lucky dude to have that mentorship 
. He's gotta be feeling pretty confident with Curry's advice echoing in his ear - "trusting your work" and all that jazz 
. But what really gets me is how he's adapting to those injuries and still staying optimistic 
. I guess that's the kinda dedication you can't teach, right? The kid's gotta give it up for Curry, though - sending voice notes with life advice? That's some next-level stuff 
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Jared McCain is one lucky dude to have Curry on his side. I mean, the guy's been to the Curry Camp and has voice notes with him - that's like having a VIP pass to greatness! 
That's all the motivation he needs to keep grinding. I love how he credits Curry with teaching him about trust and preparation - that's solid advice for anyone trying to make it in this game. Curry's impact on young players is so inspiring, and McCain's relationship with him is a reminder that even the best mentors are willing to give back and help others succeed. 
so i was watching that video of jared mccain talking about steph curry & i'm DYING 
i mean can u even imagine having steve curry as a mentor lol what's next?! 
he's literally getting voice notes from his idol & it's like the ultimate bromance 
but seriously tho, steph curry is def changing lives rn not just mccain but probably tons of other ppl out there who look up to him as a role model. i'm low-key shook by how much mccain has grown & learned from curry, but also super inspired 
. I wonder if Curry ever had someone like that when he was starting out in the league, maybe a younger player who looked up to him? 
anyway McCain sounds really grateful and I love how optimistic he is about his season 
anyway, it's dope to see mccain getting a leg up from his idol, but let's not forget that the real lesson here is about being open to growth and learning from those around us. 