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Stephen Curry Back in Tahoe to Defend American Century Championship Title

Playful on-course jabs alongside viral online teases have rallied rivals and fans around his 2025 rematch bid.

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NBA player Steph Curry speaks during an interview with “Entertainment Tonight” co-host Kevin Frazier at the second practice round at the ACC Celebrity Golf Championship 2025 presented by American Century Investments at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course on July 10, 2025, in Stateline, Nev.
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Overview

  • Curry completed practice rounds at Edgewood Tahoe alongside coach Alex Riggs to sharpen his game ahead of the tournament’s Friday start.
  • He remains co-favorite with former tennis pro Mardy Fish at 2.4-to-1 odds, reflecting strong betting interest in his repeat bid.
  • Curry has driven pre-tournament buzz with social media stunts, including a spot-on impersonation of LeBron James’s swing and a public invitation to the Lakers star.
  • NBA stars Zach LaVine and his hype man Kyle Lowry have publicly challenged Curry, adding competitive drama to the celebrity field.
  • Off the course, Curry’s Underrated Golf Tour continues this summer, mentoring junior golfers from underrepresented backgrounds and promoting grassroots development.