As Steph Curry and his daughter Riley kicked off the new season with another wholesome viral clip, NBA fans couldn’t resist taking a few lighthearted jabs — this time aimed at Ayesha Curry.
Before the Golden State Warriors faced the LA Lakers, cameras caught Steph warming up in his usual pregame routine. But this time, he added a twist — a pass from his daughter Riley to one of the coaching staff before draining a corner three that had the crowd buzzing.
This is great: Riley Curry to Coach Bruce to Steph!
(Video by @bellikemike /IG)pic.twitter.com/6HV6JSOaw2
— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) October 22, 2025
It was a fun father-daughter moment, but fans online turned it into a playful family roast.
One fan joked, “Ayesha mad no one passed her the ball.”
Another added, “ayesha mad she not the center of attention.”
A third focused on Riley’s growth, saying, “This can’t be the same girl that was on Steph’s lap in those post-game interviews??? That just made me feel old af because I still picture Riley as a toddler.”
From the toddler who charmed reporters during Steph’s 2015 championship interviews to a confident young girl now assisting in her dad’s warmups, Riley’s grown right before everyone’s eyes. Meanwhile, Steph enters his 16th NBA season, still chasing that elusive fifth ring.
“He Wasn’t Even Trying”: NBA Fans React to Steph Curry’s 20-Point Night
After helping the Warriors secure a 119-109 win over the Lakers on opening night, Steph Curry made history as the oldest guard to score 20+ points in a season opener, according to Polymarket Hoops.
Steph Curry becomes the oldest guard in NBA history to score 20+ PTS in a season opener. pic.twitter.com/xprgDnSeH4
— Polymarket Hoops (@PolymarketHoops) October 22, 2025
While most would praise the performance, NBA fans online responded with their usual mix of admiration and humor.
One fan said, “and he wasn’t even trying fr.”
Another wrote, “Still in his prime.”
A third added, “Would’ve been 30 if we tried.”
In just 32 minutes, Curry posted 23 points on 42.9% shooting, including 33.3% from deep, alongside four assists and three steals. For a player heading into his 16th season, Steph continues to prove why NBA fans still can’t get enough of his effortless greatness — and why even a warmup clip can steal the show.
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