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Over the past few years, Stephen Curry has mesmerized the world with his insane shooting. His shooting skill, paired with his other talents, always leaves the fans? jaws on the floor. Due to his shenanigans on the court, Curry has been labeled as the best shooter the game has ever seen. And rightfully so. But does that make him the best point guard ever?

Stephen Curry?s Warriors teammate surely believes so. In the recent GOAT debate between Curry and Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson, what led his teammate to pick the $160,000,000 Curry over Magic?

What made Stephen Curry’s teammate pick him over Magic?

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Stephen Curry has a certain skill set that only he has been able to master over time. To shoot daggers from long range, even with a hand in his face and a defender covering him with all his might.

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Yet, Curry manages to not only get his shot off but also sink those impossible shots. Recently, in an interview with Sportskeeda, Curry?s long-time teammate Kevon Looney opened up on the GOAT debate between Curry and Magic Johnson.

The Golden State Warriors center was asked who he would pick in the point guard GOAT debate and he obviously went with Curry. During the interview, he said, ?I?ll go with Steph, man. I know Magic?s accolades, and I know what he did.?

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He went on to add, ?But I didn?t get to see him with my whole eyes. I have to go back and watch highlights. I got to see Steph up close and personal for my whole career.? Looney even stated, ?He?s the best point guard to me.?

Another thing Looney mentioned was, ?I?ve seen him make a lot of guys a lot of money and make guys a lot better. So, I have to go with Steph.?

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Stephen Curry is more than just a shooter

Kevon Looney went on to admit bias towards his Golden State Warriors teammate. But it wasn?t only because of his play and the number of championships Steph has led the franchise to.

He emphasized the way he makes his teammates better around him. He also brought up how Curry helped so many people make loads of money due to his success on the court.

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But that is just his teammate?s perspective. We would like to know yours. Who would you pick in the Steph vs. Magic GOAT debate? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.