In his illustrious career, Stephen Curry has faced many defenders who have tried to contain his explosive scoring. However, when asked about the toughest defenders. He has faced Curry named three players who stood out amongst the rest. Jrue Holiday, Tony Allen, and Ron Artest.?

Ron Artest is an intriguing figure in the NBA. Known for his tenacious defensive play and an imposing physical presence, Artest became ?infamous? on the court. He spent 17 seasons in the NBA, playing for various teams.?

Curry says Ron has “powerful hands”

Jrue Holiday, who is currently playing for the Milwaukee Bucks, has consistently shown his defense game throughout his career. He is league?s top defenders who have disrupted opponents at important times. On the other hand, Tony Allen is a former player who played for the Boston Celtics and Memphis Grizzlies. He is remarkably popular for his lockdown defense and relentless steals. Both Holiday and Allen have proven their worth against Curry, making their presence on the list understandable.

However, Ron left an indelible mark on Stephen Curry during their limited encounters on-court. According to Curry himself: ?He had the most powerful hands you’ve ever seen in your life. He was snatching the ball from your hands”.

Artest’s physicality combined with his knack for stealing the ball made him a formidable opponent for any player.

While he faced criticism for his aggressive playing style. It was his time with the Indiana Pacers that solidified his status as one of the most controversial players in the league’s history. It was a series of incidents both on and off the court that contributed to his reputation as an “infamous villain.”?

Ron Artest: The Infamous Villain

On November 19, 2004, during a game against the Detroit Pistons, an altercation between players escalated into a full-blown brawl involving players and fans. Artest was at the center of the storm, what is now infamously known as the “Malice at the Palace”.?

The incident resulted in a lengthy suspension for Artest and several other players involved. It became one of the darkest moments in NBA history, tarnishing Artest’s reputation. It also led to significant changes in league policies regarding player-fan interactions.

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After changing his name to Metta World Peace following multiple suspensions related to altercations during games. He became an advocate for mental health awareness and worked towards promoting peace within communities.

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