Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Quincy Olivari divulged Friday night that Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry gifted him with a pair of

It was a big night for LA Lakers rookie Quincy Olivari. Along with an electric performance in Los Angeles' preseason finale versus the Golden State Warriors, Olivari also met his idol Steph Curry following Golden State's blowout win over the Lakers.

It was an impressive performance by the undrafted Olivari, who played his collegiate ball at Rice and Xavier, as he looks to earn a spot on the Lakers' roster. Olivari's night meant even more to him considering who was watching from the Warriors' bench.

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.

Preseason games can bring a mix of excitement and personal milestones for players, especially when they involve meeting lifelong idols. Such was the case for Los Angeles Lakers rookie Quincy Olivari,

Friday night was a full-circle moment for Los Angeles Lakers rookie Quincy Olivari. Like many others, Olivari grew up watching and idolizing Warriors superstar Steph Curry. But not like many others, Olivari got a chance to meet his idol after the Warriors' preseason finale against the Lakers on Friday at Chase Center.