“15 Years In, I’m Still Trying to Figure It Out”: Stephen Curry Unfolds His Biggest Challenge in the Game Despite Winning Everything

Stephen Curry embodies the true essence of a champion. The Golden State Warriors guard has won everything in the NBA, from individual accolades to coveted championship rings. The 2-time MVP has led his franchise to the dynasty status, winning 4 championships in 8 years. However, none of this would have been possible without his unbelievable basketball talent.

Curry possesses a three-point shooting ability unlike any other. The 34-year-old makes the toughest shots look easy with his phenomenal shooting range and ability. In fact, his mastery of the art of three-point shooting has completely changed the game of basketball for the current generation. Evidently, Curry is a gifted player on the offensive end. However, how does he fare in an aspect of the game that he claims to be his biggest challenge?

Stephen Curry reveals his biggest challenge in the game

Stephen Curry is undoubtedly one of the greatest talents to grace the NBA. His unparalleled three-point shooting has defined an entire generation of basketball. Over the years, he has also become a terrific playmaker and floor general. However, while Curry seems to have mastered every aspect of the game, one major facet still hangs in the balance – defense.

Defence in an absolutely essential aspect of basketball that players cannot avoid. Despite having phenomenal offensive abilities, lacking in defense can take any player out of the league. Fortunately for Curry, he is still competent on the defensive end. However, he has not been able to emulate his teammate Draymond Green‘s success in this facet of the game. This is what Curry claimed to be his biggest challenge.

“The care factor is the biggest thing that turns you into a better defender….you get bumped and bruised and you got to play a little bit above your size so just the care factor is the biggest gas in the tank….15 years in, I’m still trying to figure it out,” said Curry on former Washington Wizards guard, Gilbert Arenas’s podcast.

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Curry shared his struggles on the defensive end with Arenas on “Gil’s Arena”. However, Curry may not be as bad as he thinks he is on defense. The Baby Faced Assassin has also proven his defensive abilities lately, evolving as an all-around basketball athlete.

The Chef still cooks up an impressive defensive presence

Stephen Curry has elevated his game with each passing year in the NBA. Despite his growing age, the former Finals MVP only seems to be getting better at his game. Although his offensive skills are enough to establish him as one of the greatest point guards in the league, he has added a defensive presence to further strengthen this claim.

Curry had a breakout season as a defender in 2022. The undisputed three-point king shocked the NBA world with his defensive presence and IQ throughout the season. He locked up several gritty offensive talents on his way to his fourth championship.

The 34-year-old clearly seems to have picked up a thing or two from his former Defensive Player of the Year award-winning teammate, Draymond Green. Additionally, since his breakout defensive season, the 2-time MVP has only improved on these skills, further impressing the fans.

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Curry may not be the best defender on the Warriors roster. However, he has made a major contribution to their defensive efforts, especially when their head coach, Steve Kerr, has used a small-ball lineup. This will serve as a terrific advantage, given the likeliness of Kerr using this lineup much more often this season.