Ousmane Dembele, Sabrina Ionescu, and more: 5 star athletes who have emulated Steph Curry’s ‘night night’ celebration
Steph Curry is no stranger to creating viral trends. After his performance at the NBA Finals, which earned him his first Finals MVP, Curry earned recognition for his iconic celebration.
Although the "night night" was performed throughout the playoffs, the one in the Finals drew the most attention. Putting the Boston Celtics "to sleep" in Game 6, Steph Curry became a viral sensation for this celebration.
The viral trend caught on quickly as Steph Curry became known for popularizing the celebration. With athletes developing their version of the celebration worldwide, the "night night" has been taken to new heights.
Another Night Night Celebration.. @StephenCurry30 is OmniGod https://t.co/IvoLVtthz2
Taking the Steph Curry #NightNight celebration to another level 😂
📽 Burs Cruz https://t.co/5oLmA4tfet
Steph Curry is widely regarded as one of the most influential athletes. Curry changed the game of basketball with his three-point shooting.
With several other athletes taking inspiration from the Golden State Warriors superstar, the "night night" celebration has swept the world.
Looking at the sheer impact it has had, five professional athletes were seen doing the "night night" celebration.
1) Ousmane Dembele
The celebration may have swept the nation, but it has also gone global. Crossing borders and being broken out overseas, the "night night" celebration was also performed by Ousmane Dembele of FC Barcelona against Juventus.
After a magnificent dribbling display, Dembele found himself in an awkward place to score against the goalkeeper. However, after a classy finish to secure the lead for Barcelona, the right winger rocked the world as he broke out the "night night."
OH MY GOODNESS, THIS WAS FILTHY FROM @dembouz FOR @FCBarcelona 🔥🔥🔥
And he hit @StephenCurry30's 'Night Night' celebration 😴 https://t.co/qrawJ1SIvO
Dembele went on to score two goals for the match. His celebrations were for naught as Juventus managed to tie things up in the end.
2) Sabrina Ionescu
Sabrina Ionescu of the WNBA's New York Liberty has had a tremendous season. The guard out of Oregon recently recorded the first 30-point triple-double in WNBA history. She has also earned her place as an All-Star starter.
Although she became famous for her accomplishments this season, Ionescu grabbed attention for how she honored Steph Curry.
Knocking down a long-range bomb to extend the Liberty's lead against the Atlanta Dream, Ionescu secured a win for her team in iconic fashion. Walking down the court after the shot, the guard hit the "night night" as she put the Dream to sleep.
So @sabrina_i20 just hit the @StephenCurry30 night night 😴
https://t.co/5suPpYqkpX
Securing a win comfortably, Ionescu honored Steph Curry in the most appropriate manner with this play.