LOS ANGELES — Charlotte native Steph Curry took home the ESPY award Wednesday night for Best Record-Breaking Performance.
The reigning two-time NBA MVP won the award after breaking his own record for most 3-pointers in a season for the Golden State Warriors.
Curry was also up for Best Male Athlete, in a category that included Panthers quarterback Cam Newton, however both lost out to Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James.
Newton did take home the ESPY for Best NFL Player.
CONGRATULATIONS! #KeepPounding! Carolina Panthers Cam Newton wins Best #NFL Player at the 2016 ESPY Awards! The 2015 MVP threw for 3,837 yards and 35 TDs #ESPYSon9 http://on.wsoctv.com/2ab2S7V
Posted by WSOC-TV on Wednesday, July 13, 2016
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