Stephen Curry has established himself as arguably the best shooter in NBA history. Alongside Klay Thompson, Curry has revolutionized the game with the three-point shooting. His exceptional shooting has been a key factor in leading the Golden State Warriors to four championships, making them one of the most successful teams in recent years.
Recently former NBA star Gilbert Arenas talked about Stephen Curry on his podcast. Arenas questioned the notion that Curry would still be a top player if he lost his three-point shooting ability. He asked his fellow podcasters whether Curry would still be a top 2 guard in the NBA without his three-point shot.
Will he still be considered [a top 2-point guard] if you took away his 3-point shot? Gilbert Arenas via Gils Arena
Rashad McCants responded by saying that Curry wouldn’t be a top 2-point guard under those circumstances. However, the podcasters agreed that Curry could still be dangerous with his ability to drive to the basket.
Without the three-pointer, Curry is still left with a deep scoring bag. The former MVP excels with his drives to the basket and mid-range shots. However, the three-pointer remains his primary weapon for scoring. Additionally, Curry is known for his exceptional playmaking skills and is one of the best ball handlers in the league.
In the Olympics, fans saw Curry change the complexion of the game through his three-point shooting. Against Serbia, when Team USA was on the verge of getting eliminated, Curry’s three-point shooting kept the team above the water. Overall, Curry will certainly go down as one of the top 5-point guards in the NBA history.
Stephen Curry’s three-point shooting helped USA secure the gold medal
Stephen Curry has had a remarkable 15-year NBA career but had never represented the USA in the Olympics until this year. At 36, Curry finally joined Team USA for the 2024 Paris Olympics as one of the veteran stars.
Initially, Curry struggled with his shooting and didn’t contribute significantly, leading some fans to suggest he might become a role player. However, Curry proved them wrong when it mattered most.
In the semifinals, he delivered a standout performance, scoring 36 points to secure a victory over Serbia and advance to the finals. Against France in the championship game, Curry had a clutch performance, hitting four crucial three-pointers in the final moments to secure the gold medal for Team USA.
Curry certainly proved the basketball world his superstar status. His threes had the French crowd in a rollercoaster of emotions. But Curry finally managed to win his first gold medal which has eluded him throughout his career.
