Stephen Curry consoles his heartbroken son, Canon, after the Warriors’ Game 6 loss.

Stephen Curry is no stranger to high-pressure playoff games, but Game 6 against the Houston Rockets brought an emotional moment that hit close to home. The Warriors’ 115-107 loss at Chase Center tied the series at 3-3, even after they once held a 3-1 lead. The emotional impact of the game extended beyond the court.

Cameras captured a heart-wrenching scene where Curry’s six-year-old son, Canon, devastated by the loss, refused to speak to his father, burying his face in his mother Ayesha’s arms. Despite playing 42 minutes and scoring 29 points, Curry approached his family postgame to comfort his son. However, Canon, normally full of energy, wanted nothing to do with him.

Steph gently tried to reassure Canon, telling him, “We have one more game on Sunday.” Canon’s quiet response: “I know it.”

This brief but powerful moment highlighted how deeply the loss affected not only the players but also their families. The Warriors’ collapse in the fourth quarter mirrored Canon’s heartbreak. After being down by just two points, the Warriors missed 14 of their first 15 shots in the final frame, unable to keep up with the Rockets’ surge led by Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams.

For Curry, this was more than just a game. It was about a father trying to explain disappointment to his son while managing his own. With Game 7 ahead, Curry, known for thriving in clutch moments, has another chance to inspire his team and, perhaps, lift his son’s spirits with a victory.