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Drake Maye & Steph Curry: A Decade-Old Photo Fuels Patriots' Super Bowl Dream
27 Jan
Summary
- A 2011 photo shows young Drake Maye with NBA star Stephen Curry.
- The picture resurfaced as Maye prepares for the Super Bowl.
- Maye's family has deep North Carolina sports roots.
As the New England Patriots advance toward Super Bowl LX, a notable photograph from 2011 has reappeared, connecting NBA and NFL icons. The image depicts a younger Stephen Curry, years before his record-breaking NBA career, alongside a nine-year-old Drake Maye. This picture, captured in North Carolina, highlights Curry's status as a local hero from his Davidson College days and Maye's burgeoning presence.
The Maye family boasts a significant sports history in North Carolina; Drake's father, Mark Maye, was a UNC quarterback, and his brother, Luke Maye, is remembered for a pivotal basketball shot. The resurfaced photo has sparked enthusiastic reactions online, with fans interpreting it as a sign of Maye's destined greatness.
Social media users expressed awe at seeing two future league titans in one frame, with many commenting on Maye receiving "blessings" from a young age. The image serves as a nostalgic reminder of their shared North Carolina roots and their eventual ascendance in their respective professional sports leagues.
