The superstar Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors has caused a stir in the basketball community. Curry made a recent declaration that he is the best point guard in NBA history. The claim, which was made in an open discussion with Gilbert Arenas, sparked arguments and conversations in the sports community. Although Curry may not be completely wrong, people are debating about his comparison with Magic Johnson. But there was one famous player who agreed with Curry and showed his full support to him, Shaquille O’Neal.
In an Instagram post, Shaq shared an interview snippet from Bleacher Report. In the interview, Curry confidently talks about being placed above Magic Johnson in the pantheon of point guards.
Is Curry the best PG?
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Stephen Curry has already inscribed his name in the history books of the NBA. He has won the NBA championship 4 times, is a 2x MVP, a 9x All-Star, and holds the record for the most number of three-pointers made in the NBA. So, Curry has had a very revolutionary career in the NBA.
Basketball has never been the same thanks to his unmatched shooting prowess. His creative play style also helped the Golden State Warriors win four NBA titles in one decade. Although Curry is widely considered the best shooter of all time, he has influenced basketball beyond just setting records. He is now looked up to by younger fans and serves as an example for the whole league.
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The interview with Gilbert Arenas had Curry openly addressing whether he considered himself the best point guard in history. He positioned himself above the Laker’s legend, even as he acknowledged his incredible accomplishments. It included five championship rings and three NBA Finals MVP honors. While acknowledging Johnson’s amazing legacy, he insisted that his own accomplishments had earned him a spot in the conversation.
Numerous people have expressed support for Curry’s assertion, including former player Shaquille O’Neal. He even took to Instagram to post the clip where Curry says he is the best PG. This caused people to speculate that Shaq is going against his mentor by not picking his side in the argument. But, the $400,000,000 worth athlete chose to voice his opinions and show his admiration towards Curry. Even the Former Division II basketball player and comedian Carlos ?Famous Los? spoke up for Curry. He said, “Give My Boy His Flowers“.
Defining Curry’s Greatness
Stephen Curry, the two-time MVP, is a highly skilled player in the NBA. He is more dangerous without the ball in his hands, often moving to get open, make plays, or stop on defense. Also, his off-ball movement keeps opposing players tired and helps him find open shots.
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Curry is even underrated in other aspects of offense, such as shooting from mid-range and handling the ball. He can break down a defense and score over bigger defenders; easily finishing the around-the-ring as efficiently as some of the bigger players. All this is courtesy of his excellent playmaking and ball-handling skills.
He is also a fantastic passer, making him one of the two players that can score at an elite level despite being a pass-first player. His 90% career free throw shooting allows him to beat defenses more often than not. Shaq’s silent nod proves Curry’s impact. This adds weight to the debate since Shaq is a basketball legend who has left an indelible mark on the sport.
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