Steph Curry reveals why choosing a smaller college changed his career “The only reason I think I’m as successful at it is because I got to learn with rest.” “Having gone to Tech or Duke or whatever, maybe I ride the bench my freshman year, and I don’t get that experience.” “Go where the best fit is for you, as much as you might want to have the pedigree or the resume.” “Damian Lillard, Ja Morant, guys who went to mid-major colleges, they’ll find you wherever you’re at.” “I’d rather play than just sit on the bench and say, ‘I got a power conference school on my chest.’”