Seth Curry has started the season in spectacular fashion. After being traded from the Dallas Mavericks, Curry has proven himself to be integral to the Philadelphia 76ers’ success. He has slotted himself perfectly in the backcourt of the 76ers alongside Ben Simmons. And now, Curry has posted an incredible stat-line in the first third of the season.
Seth Curry on track to make history
Seth Curry has started the season with an incredible shooting record. Currently, he is averaging 50% from the field and three-point line and a perfect 100% from the free-throw line. Currently, he is on track to establish the first-ever 50-50-100 stat-line.
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Steph Curry took to Twitter to acknowledge his brother’s performance – tweeting ‘That’s nasty’.
Curry has been absolutely fantastic this year. Currently, he’s averaging 12 points per game, with 2 assists. While his points total isn’t remarkable, his conversion rate is. To be able to make shots at the rate at which Curry is doing on a consistent basis is nothing short of spectacular. Curry is providing a solid attacking option to the 76ers, and contributing as best possible.
That’s nasty @sdotcurry. https://t.co/OImzHYrvaR
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) February 10, 2021
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While players like Joel Embiid are stealing the headlines for the 76ers, Curry has been quietly establishing himself as one of the best shooters in the NBA. Given that he is the brother of Steph Curry, the greatest shooter of all-time, his shooting prowess is not surprising. But even with his talent, this kind of conversion rate is absolutely incredible.
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Curry has transformed the 76ers
Seth Curry appears to have finally found a role for himself in the NBA. Curry has bounced around from several NBA franchises. And being on 76ers, he is a key contributor to their championship hopes this year. Currently, Curry plays close to 27 minutes a game and is one of the most reliable floor-spacing options for the 76ers.
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The arrival of Seth Curry was crucial for Ben Simmons. Simmons is notoriously poor at shooting, especially from beyond the arc. And the acquisition of Curry helps compensate for that, as it allows for Simmons to play the traditional point guard and make shots for his teammates. And with Curry playing with this rate, he could be the key for the 76ers to win an NBA championship.