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The media can’t stop discussing Stephen Curry’s statement about being the best point guard ever, even though it’s been two days. It is without question that Stephen Curry is one of the greatest players to ever step on a basketball court. But when we are bringing basketball back to positions and talking about the best point guard ever, then the questions arise.

During the debate today between Stephen A. Smith and Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo, they released some private text messages. In the course of ESPN’s First Take, comments made by the greatest player of all time regarding the best point guard ever were brought to light.

Michael Jordan does not believe the notion

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Michael Jordan contacted Stephen A. Smith at 5:54 a.m. Jordon said that he believes that Magic is the greatest point guard of all time. Steph Curry is the greatest shooter ever. He added that Curry is very close, but not at the same level as Magic yet.

He went on to say that Magic made the triple-double noticeable and showcased its impact on the team. To cap it off, Jordan said that Magic has 5 championships. Implying that it’s more than what Curry has. Jordan said to read these texts while Stephen A. Smith was live on air.

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These statements really add a lot of weight to the argument, coming from arguably the greatest player of all time. But how much truth is there to this? The game has changed so much over the years and the term point guard has also evolved along with it.

Has Curry revolutionized what it means to be a point guard?

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A point guard is someone who controls the offense of a team. They set teammates up and give timely passes. They are often the team leaders and are often exceptional at ball handling.

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Curry has a major impact on his team. This is mostly based on how the opponents have to set up their defense in order to face Curry. Honestly, it’s not possible to explain the total effect he has on the court because it is based on the gravity that he has. This allows more open shots and plays for the rest of his teammates. A player like Curry does not come along very often, and, like many before him, people will only realize his greatness once he is gone.

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Michael Jordan often goes out of his way to make comments about Stephen Curry. In the past, it was more jokes than anything else, but now is it changing into something else?