Draymond Green recently shared a cool story about how much respect other NBA players have for Steph Curry.

After the Warriors’ close 102-99 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, Green talked to the media and mentioned a conversation he had with another NBA player over the summer. He explained how this player, a big-time All-Star, reached out to him because he wanted to talk to Steph. The player asked Green, “Hey, I don’t have Steph’s number—can you give it to me?”

Green didn’t just hand out Steph’s number right away, though. Instead, he texted Steph and told him who was asking for his contact. Steph quickly replied, “Of course, give him my number.” But what stood out to Green was how the All-Star wasn’t sure how to approach Steph after that. He even asked Green, “How do I ask him? What should I say?” Green told him simply, “Just ask him what you want, it’s that easy!”

It’s clear that Steph Curry is more than just a great basketball player. In the league, players—both younger and older—see him as almost a superhero figure. Green said it’s not just the young guys who feel this way, but even veteran players respect Steph’s personality and leadership.

Players who join the Warriors are often surprised by how down-to-earth Steph is. Many expect him to act differently because of his superstar status, but instead, they find that he’s incredibly welcoming and makes everyone feel comfortable. This atmosphere helps players relax and play better.

Steph has completely changed the way basketball is played since he joined the NBA 16 years ago. His unmatched 3-point shooting skills forced teams to rethink their strategies. Before Steph and the rise of the Warriors, shooting from long range wasn’t such a big deal in the game. But once he showed what he could do from beyond the arc, teams started focusing more on shooting and speed, rather than relying on older styles of play like mid-range shots.

Beyond his amazing stats, it’s Steph’s calm and friendly demeanor that has been key to Golden State’s success over the past decade. His leadership both on and off the court has helped shape the team into what it is today.

This season, Golden State is off to a strong start, thanks to solid shooting and great defense. But at the heart of it all is Steph Curry, whose influence continues to guide the team in every way possible.