Steph Curry has revealed an odd strategy he used to keep his wife, Ayesha Curry, from tweeting controversial NBA-related content. This revelation provides insight into the couple’s dynamic personalities and the difficulties of navigating public opinion in the arena of professional athletics. It also highlights the unique demands that NBA players and their families face, when even a tweet may become headlines.
The Baby-Faced Assassin’s humorous way of dealing with such situations highlights the vital importance of interpersonal interaction and comprehension in high-profile relationships both on and off the court.
Steph Curry once turned “Wi-Fi off” to stop wife Ayesha’s controversial tweets
Steph Curry and his wife Ayesha have long been a popular couple in the NBA, with Ayesha routinely attending home games for the Warriors to cheer on her husband. However, it was Ayesha who stole the show during Game 6 of the 2016 NBA Finals.
Threezus had erupted for 30 points in 35 minutes in that pivotal game as the Warriors sought to wrap up the series against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Chef Curry, on the other hand, was fouled out in the fourth quarter and ejected for dispute with the officials. Ayesha was furious by the fouls imposed on her husband and took to Twitter to vent her rage, claiming that the NBA was ‘rigged.’
tweeted in the heat of the moment because the call was uncalled for.
— Ayesha Curry (@ayeshacurry) June 17, 2016
She tweeted, “I’ve lost all respect, sorry, this is absolutely rigged for money… Or ratings, I’m not sure which. I won’t be silent. Just saw it live, sorry.”When asked about that incident as the Warriors prepared for Game 7, Steph Curry responded in a humorous manner, saying, “I may have to cut the Wi-Fi off at my house.”
"Might have to cut the Wi-Fi off at my house."
— ESPN (@espn) June 18, 2016
—Steph Curry on Ayesha's tweets: https://t.co/oC0oH1lHw3
This anecdote offers a glimpse into the unique challenges and pressures faced by NBA players and their families, even in the midst of championship runs.
Steph Curry’s wife Ayesha apologized for controversial rigged NBA tweets
Ayesha Curry offered an apology for her comments after her viral tweet expressing dissatisfaction during the 2016 NBA Finals. She mentioned that, in the heat of the moment, she didn’t contemplate the long-term effects of her tweet. Her apologies stressed that her statements did not reflect her real feelings regarding her husband’s work, admitting the hurt she felt for him and apologizing for any harm she might have caused.
Threezus, on the other hand, backed his wife’s freedom of expression. He encouraged her to always speak her mind and never suppress her thoughts, no matter what. The situation demonstrated the value of open communication and the acceptance of opposing viewpoints in their partnership.
As Curry looks ahead, he remains hopeful for more championship runs before his retirement, aiming to add to the Warriors’ storied dynasty.
