Warriors star Stephen Curry to host 2022 ESPY Awards

"Steph has long been one of the brightest stars in the sports constellation, and we're thrilled to have him share his passion for sports, his wit, and his boundless talent with The ESPYS," Rob King, executive editor-at-large, ESPN Content, said in a statement, via ESPN. "Whether shining on the court, engaging with fans on social platforms, or demonstrating a commitment to communities through varied philanthropic acts, he's a singular performer who'll undoubtedly add luster to our celebration of some of this year's most compelling moments." 

Curry is coming off a massive year, to say the least. During the regular season, he set the new league record for most three-point shots, which was previously set by Ray Allen. He also won the Kobe Bryant All-Star MVP award after putting up 50 points, including 16 three-pointers. But Curry really came alive during the postseason, winning the first Magic Johnson Trophy as MVP of the Western Conference finals before winning his first Bill Russell Finals MVP Award after Golden State defeated the Boston Celtics in a six-game set.

In addition to his achievements on the court, Curry garnered attention for showing his silly side off of the court, which is likely one of the main reasons ESPN has tapped him to host its annual awards show.

"I've had the pleasure of attending The ESPYS but never imagined I'd have the privilege of hosting this special event," Curry said. "As someone who loves the intersection of sports and entertainment, I look forward to delivering an exciting show for the fans while we celebrate the athletes who created the top moments of the year."

Curry is also nominated for the "Best Male Athlete" and "Best Record-Breaking Performance" awards, while the Warriors are nominated for "Best Team."