Average of 4.7 rebounds in his career, and he can grab a maximum of 14 rebounds in a single game. Curry is called Curry s center

On July 2, in the history of the NBA, Stephen Curry's name is always closely linked to three-pointers, MVP and championships. However, this defender who is only 1.91 meters tall has a little-known nickname - "Center Ku". This nickname seems to be incompatible with his technical characteristics, but it just reflects his unique contribution to rebounding. Although he averaged only 4.7 rebounds per game and had a maximum of 14 rebounds per game, Curry's sense of fighting on rebounding and team value is far from fully reflected in data.

Curry's rebounding ability is first reflected in his keen judgment of the rebounding point. As a point guard, Curry’s main responsibility is to organize the offense and score, but he can always be in the right position at the critical moment and grab those seemingly impossible rebounds. This ability is not accidental, but comes from his deep understanding of the rhythm of the game and his precise prediction of opponents' shooting habits. For example, in the 2016 game against the Thunder, Curry grabbed a key offensive rebound at the last moment of overtime, winning the team with a valuable second offensive opportunity and ultimately helping the Warriors reverse the victory. This scene became the best annotation for his nickname "Center Ku".

Curry's rebounding style is completely different from the traditional "center". The traditional center relies on height and strength to get stuck at the basket, while Curry suddenly cut from the outside and grabbed a long rebound with his outstanding speed and agility. According to statistics, a considerable number of the rebounds Curry grabbed were "long rebounds" - rebounds that bounced to near the three-point line. This type of rebound often requires players to have extremely fast reaction speed and excellent physical coordination, and Curry is the best in this field. His ability not only won the team additional offensive opportunities, but also disrupted the opponent's defensive deployment. Another meaning of the nickname "Ku Center" is Curry's unique role in the team's rebounding system. In the Warriors' "Death Five" lineup, Curry is often the shortest player on the court, but his rebounding awareness is no less than that of inside players. His presence allows the Warriors to maintain the competitiveness of rebounding without sacrificing their outside firepower. This strategy of "fighting big with small" is one of the keys to the Warriors' success in recent years. Curry's rebounding ability may not be comparable to those centers who average more than 10 rebounds per game, but his value lies in his ability to provide additional support to the team at critical moments. Although Curry's rebounding data is not impressive, his rebounding performance at critical moments is impressive. For example, in the 2015 Finals against the Cavaliers, Curry grabbed seven rebounds in Game 4, including multiple key frontcourt rebounds, helping the Warriors turn the situation around. This rebounding performance in high-pressure games further consolidated his nickname of "Center Ku". Although his rebounds aren't large in total, each rebound can be the key to changing the game's trend.

Behind the nickname "Center Ku", Curry's all-round influence on the game is hidden. Rebounding is just a small part of his many contributions, but it is this seemingly inconspicuous ability that makes him appear more comprehensive in the game. Curry's rebounding battle not only reflects his attitude towards the game, but also shows his desire for victory. He proved with his actions that even a defender can contribute to the team in other ways.

Judging from the data, Curry's rebounding ability may not be outstanding, but his rebounding efficiency cannot be ignored. According to statistics, Curry has 4.7 rebounds per 36 minutes in his career, which is a medium-to-middle level among guard players. More importantly, he has an offensive rebounding percentage of 3.5%, ranking among the best among guards. This efficient rebounding performance further proves his unique value in rebounding.

The popularity of the nickname "Ku Center" is also related to the ridicule of fans and media. In the era of social media, fans like to use exaggerated language to describe the characteristics of players, but Curry, as a guard who is famous for three-pointers, can make achievements in rebounding, and naturally becomes the object of ridicule. Although this nickname has a certain banter, it also indirectly reflects the fans' recognition of Curry's comprehensive ability.

In general, although the nickname "Center Ku" is unpopular, it vividly shows Curry's unique contribution to rebounding. He may never be a rebounding monster like Rodman, but his rebounding awareness and performance at critical moments have brought irreplaceable value to the team. In the history of the NBA, it is rare for players like Curry to win the nickname of "center" in the future, which also proves his extraordinaryness from another perspective.