In the era of brand saturation, self-proclaimed influencers and fabricated auras, real superstars still have real impact.

At 36 years old, Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry has reached the stage of his career where he’s competing against players who idolized him growing up — and a touching moment came from one of those players on Friday night.

The NBA preseason doesn't always provide the best basketball, but it never fails to produce heartwarming stories. While stars and established players are tuning up and shaking off the rust, dozens of other hopefuls are fighting and battling every minute in an effort to fulfill their NBA dream.