The Warriors suffered a crushing 51-point loss to the Grizzlies, tying it as their 5th worst defeat in franchise history. It’s their worst loss since falling 140-88 in Boston last season. Steph Curry and Co. couldn’t get anything going at the FedExForum, starting the game with a hefty 37-15 deficit after the first quarter. The Splash Bro, normally the guy to pull them out of tough situations, was virtually invisible.

He finished with just two points in 21 minutes, missing all seven of his shots—six of those from deep. He did grab a few boards and dish out one assist, but with a box +/- of -41, it was clear the Warriors were nowhere near the team we’ve seen dominate. What a nightmare for the Dubs! It was one of those nights where nothing clicked, and despite their best efforts, they couldn’t get things going.

The 2x MVP is being battered on X for his performance. With only 2 points, zero field goals made- and a shocking stat line, this was the first game of the veteran’s career where he failed to make a shot and played over 12 minutes… Then entered the LeBron fan gang.

Fans compare Stephen Curry with LeBron James, deem LeBron better

A fan reacted, “LeBron could never”. LeBron, for all his criticisms, hasn’t had a performance that could rival that level of futility in such a crucial moment. While everyone has off nights, Curry’s stinker against the Grizzlies was a reminder that even the best have their limits.

Curry has had his share of big moments too, but no one matches LeBron’s ability to carry his team through adversity. Even in games where his shot isn’t falling, James stays engaged in other areas of the hardwood, whether it’s playmaking, rebounding, or defense.

Another netizen also compared him to LeBron, posting, “Zero FG made is crazy! LeBron James would never.” The last time Bron made 0 field goals was 2 decades ago, and it is the only game. His shooting consistency is another reason why this reaction resonates. While he may not always score the same way Curry does, the King rarely has games where he doesn’t make at least a couple of shots.

The comparisons between Curry and LeBron have always been there. One fan reacted by tweeting, “Washed b4 40 year old LeBron LMFAOOOO”. ‘The Chosen One’ has been performing at an elite level well into his late 30s, which is rare for an NBA player, especially one who has been in the league for over two decades.

Now, compared to someone like Steph Curry, who is around the same age, it’s clear LeBron is maintaining a level of play that only few could replicate. Even with Curry struggling in the recent game, James has proven time and time again that he’s not “washed.” The key takeaway, however, from this would be that the two hoop legends have a strong capability and will to bounce back harder.

People have compared the Chef to Magic Johnson as well, not just LeBron. One of the greatest point guards of all time, or maybe the greatest. One fan reacted, “Magic Johnson > Stephen Curry”. Both Johnson and Curry have reshaped the NBA, but comparing them requires looking at the different ways they’ve influenced the game and their individual legacies.

Magic revolutionized the point guard position with his unique ability to see the game in a way no one else could. Standing 6’9″, he was a pg who could dominate in the paint, lead fast breaks, and dish out assists with unrivaled vision.

On the other hand, Stephen Curry has arguably changed the game more dramatically in terms of how ball is played today. People credit him with popularizing the three-point revolution and making the long shot an essential part of every team’s offensive strategy.

While Magic influenced the game through his leadership and vision, Curry transformed the game’s offensive strategy with his impact.