Snubbing Trae Young, His Childhood Idol Crowns Stephen Curry With TNT’s 1st Ever “Craws’d Up”

Ever since Trae Young stepped onto the NBA stage in 2018, his name has been inseparable from that of Stephen Curry. It all began with Young’s penchant for sinking deep three-pointers, a skill that drew inevitable comparisons to the Golden State Warriors sharpshooter. The narrative continued, painting a picture of mentorship and rivalry. Recently, NBA On TNT debuted the “Craws’d Up!” segment which is led by renowned Jamal Crawford. This original outlet honored the artistic aspect of crossovers, focusing on highlights from players such as Desmond Bane, Trae Young, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Stephen Curry.

Trae Young recognizes Curry’s talent and mentorship

When asked about Curry’s crossover three-pointer against Dillion Brooks in the “Craws’d Up!” segment, Trae Young’s response was succinct but filled with admiration: “Three’s OK.” This was an indirect compliment to Curry as a child hero and the fact that Young respects his game so much.

In a revealing podcast, Trae Young openly declared Curry as his NBA idol, going as far as to label him the best point guard ever. Such an accolade is not just a passing compliment; it underscores the profound impact Curry has had on Young’s approach to the game.

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Blending Curry as a mentor in the early stages of Young’s career can prove to be an irreplaceable blessing that can craft him into a more fearful player on the court.

Curry vs. Young Stats Speak, Aspirations Echo in NBA Arena

A comparison between Trae Young and Stephen Curry isn’t fair but Curry, who carved out his path in the NBA, has demonstrated that he deserves to be considered a star player, but it is the sheer volume of what he has accomplished and his unrivaled shooting skills that point him out as the best shooter in NBA history.

Statistically, the disparity is evident. Stephen Curry has averaged an astonishing 37.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in four head-to-head matchups against Trae Young. In contrast, Young’s admirable averages of 21.5 points, 6.8 assists, and 2.8 rebounds in those clashes highlight the chasm between them both.

While Young continues to carve his legacy, the overshadowing of his childhood idol will never go away; it remains a symbol of what he so deeply wants to become in the realm of NBA legends.

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