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Azzi Fudd Calls Out Stephen Curry for Missing Her UConn Games, Promises Showdown at Chase Center
5/19/2026, 12:57:21 PM
Azzi Fudd Confronts Stephen Curry Over Missed UConn Games
Dallas Wings rookie Azzi Fudd used her “Fudd Around and Find Out” podcast to address Stephen Curry’s absence from every UConn women’s basketball game she played. Curry appeared as a guest, and the exchange focused on Fudd’s “bone to pick,” while keeping a humorous tone.
Background: SC30 Camp, NIL Deal, and Draft Status
Fudd met Curry at his SC30 Select Camp in 2018. She signed a 2021 NIL partnership with Curry’s SC30 Inc., but he never attended a Huskies game. Dallas Wings drafted her No. 1 in 2026, making her a cornerstone.
Key Figures & Groups
Azzi Fudd (Dallas Wings guard, No. 1 2026 pick), Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors guard and podcast guest), Dallas Wings, Golden State Warriors, and the Warriors’ exhibition team, the Golden State Valkyries.
Game Performance: Fudd’s Season-High in Dallas Victory
On May 18, Dallas defeated Washington 92-69 in Arlington. Fudd contributed 12 points; Bueckers added 18 points and seven assists; Shepard posted 12 points, 16 rebounds (tying the league’s rebound high) and six assists. The Wings built a 25-point third-quarter lead and earned their first home win in three games.
Why It Matters / Impact
The exchange underscores the link between WNBA players, NBA stars, and NIL deals, giving the Wings a story that can raise fan interest and media coverage. Curry’s promised attendance adds a promotional hook for the June 17 exhibition, expanding both leagues’ audiences.
Official Statements & Responses
Curry joked that NBA commissioner Adam Silver and Warriors GM Larry Riley were to blame for scheduling conflicts that kept him from traveling to the Northeast. He pledged to “make up for five years in one night” by attending the Wings’ June 17 game at Chase Center. Fudd responded skeptically, noting Curry’s “try” and saying she will wait to see his presence.
Criticism & Opposition
Fudd labeled the exchange as “beef,” emphasizing that five years of potential attendance had been missed and underscoring expectations that high-profile athletes honor personal connections through game appearances.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Granted, I didn't play a lot of those years or a lot of those games [because of injuries]. That's still five years of opportunity that you had to come to a game. And you didn't.” — Azzi Fudd, Dallas Wings rookie
- “I'm going to deflect the blame on Adam Silver for not scheduling us in the Northeast at a certain point or at least giving us a day off when y'all were in the tournament,” — Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors guard
- “to make up for five years in one night.” — Stephen Curry
- “I have a bone to pick with you.” — Azzi Fudd
What’s Next: Wings vs. Valkyries at the Chase Center
Dallas Wings travel to the Chase Center on June 17 to face the Golden State Valkyries. The matchup will test Curry’s promised attendance and expand both leagues’ audiences.
