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Two-time National Basketball Association (NBA) MVP Stephen Curry enjoyed his time with South Koreans fans here on Thursday, hosting clinics for young players and displaying his skills in a mini game.
Curry arrived in South Korea on Wednesday for his Asia tour with athletics apparel brand Under Armour. The two-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors met with some 2,000 fans at Jangchung Gymnasium in Seoul with his younger brother Seth Curry of the Dallas Mavericks. At the fan event, he also participated in a three-point shootout contest for charity, donating 20 million won ($17,960).
"It was amazing to be here in Seoul and to see the fans," said Stephen Curry. "We felt lots of energy in this building and hopefully everybody here enjoyed (it). This is the day we'll never forget."
This is Curry's first visit to South Korea. Before landing here in a private jet, he visited three Chinese cities -- Beijing, Chengdu and Hangzhou -- for his sponsor's Asian tour.
During his stay, the 29-year-old American said he wants to see much of the South Korean capital, while tasting local food. He will have a private meet-and-greet with fans at an Under Armour store and will also film an episode of the popular television entertainment show "Infinite Challenge" on Friday before leaving.
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Curry was voted the NBA's regular season MVP for the 2014-2015 season, and again for 2015-2016. He is the first player in NBA history to be elected MVP by a unanimous vote. The sharp-shooting guard said having a strong work ethic is the key to his success.
"Your work ethic is the first and the foremost key to your success" he said. "I don't know if I spend more time in the gym than other players, but I try to be efficient as possible."
Curry said it was fun to teach young players and give tips on their skills. When asked about his advice for promising basketball players here who want to compete in the NBA, Curry said, "Just believe in yourself."
"Like I said, your work ethic has to be strong and you've got to appreciate the opportunity to play basketball," he said. "You need to meet a lot of great people and enjoy the game."
Curry, who became the most expensive player in the NBA history after signing a five-year deal worth $201 million with the Warriors earlier this month, said he wants win more championships in his career. Having already led the Warriors to two NBA titles in the last three years, the 2016 scoring champion said he is ready to work hard this offseason.
"You want to win more and that's the whole reason why we work hard," he said. "We know how hard it is to win the championship. But you need to enjoy the process and hopefully it works out." (Yonhap)
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