Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after making a basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter at Chase Center. Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Watch: Steph Curry drills shot from beyond half-court, but it didn't count

By Mike Santa Barbara | Last updated 11/11/22

Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry showed off his range Friday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but it was all for not.

With the final seconds of the first quarter clock running down, Curry gathered a loose ball before swishing a shot from beyond half-court. While Curry's heave was remarkable, unfortunately, it came after the buzzer.

No Basket, but Steph is the definition of 'in the gym range' pic.twitter.com/aRTJQrzlKf
— NBA (@NBA) November 12, 2022

Friday was already a big night for Curry, who was presented with the Howard University Presidential Medal of Freedom pregame.

Prior to tonight's game, @StephenCurry30 was presented with the @HowardU Presidential Medal of Freedom! pic.twitter.com/THcy9tZgE5
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 12, 2022

So far this season, the 34-year-old is playing at a high level for the Warriors. Heading into Friday night's contest against the Cavaliers, Curry is averaging career-highs in points (32.6) and rebounds (7.1), with 6.9 assists and 1.1 steals.

Curry and the Warriors broke a five-game losing streak on Monday, knocking off the Sacramento Kings, 116-113, improving to 4-7.

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