NBA Star in Korea

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Top NBA star Stephen Curry is in Korea enjoying time with his fans. Not only is he flaunting his ball skills, he’s also entertaining fans in special ways.

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From early morning well before the start of the event, some 3,000 basketball fans swarm Jangchung Gymnasium in Seoul cuing in long lines.

[Soundbite] An Hye-yeong(Basketball Fan) : "I arrived at 7 a.m. on a bus and waited to come in."

After a long wait, NBA super star Stephen Curry finally appears, and fans' thunderous cheers fill the stadium. Curry hosts a session with young wannabes, teaching children shooting and dribble skills with sincerity.

[Soundbite] Stephen Curry(Golden State Warriors)

Also during a half line minigame shoot event, he shores up the already feverish atmosphere, showcasing a jump, after his younger brother Seth Curry and a fan made a successful shoot. The highlight of the event was when Curry out of nowhere appeared in an audience seat without notice after he had been out of sight. He presented unforgettable memories to endearing fans, taking photos with a selfie rod.

[Soundbite] Park Da-jeong(Basketball Fan) : "I will cherish this memory of having met a super star athlete."

The two-time NBA champion is the first player in NBA history to be elected MVP by a unanimous vote. With his accurate three pointers, he led his team to victory this season. He's currently the hottest player in the NBA.

[Soundbite] Stephen Curry(Golden State Warriors)

In Seoul, he also took part in a three-point shootout contest, donating some 20 million won for charity and making the event all the more meaningful.