"Isn't that just LeBron era?" - NBA fans torn over 2K25 featuring 'The Steph Era' under customized game mode

In a development that has basketball fans buzzing, the upcoming NBA 2K25 video game will feature a brand new era in its MyNBA mode centered around the rise of Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors dynasty.

Dubbed the "Steph Era," the game will take players back to the 2016-17 season, where they can either relive the Warriors' dominant run with Curry, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green in their prime, or try to challenge and alter history with that star-studded roster.

However, some fans on X/Twitter have pointed out that what the game franchise is calling the Steph Era might actually be more fittingly described as the LeBron James Era:

“Isn’t that just the LeBron era,” commented @BronGotGame.

“Bro got 0 FMVPs in Steph Era His only FMVP is in Modern Era,” added @jbondwagon.

The Warriors ruled the NBA from 2014-15 through 2018-19, making five consecutive NBA Finals appearances and winning three championships. They also set the record for most wins in a season with 73 in 2015-16 before signing Durant in free agency the following year.

During this period, Steph Curry won two MVP awards and three championships. After Durant’s departure, Curry led the Warriors to another title in 2022, where he finally secured his first Finals MVP.

LeBron James, during his NBA Finals matchups against Steph Curry, has averaged 33.0 points, 11.5 rebounds and 9.3 assists across 22 games. In contrast, Curry has averaged 25.4 points, 6.3 assists and 5.9 rebounds against LeBron.

Curry holds a 15-7 record against LeBron in the NBA Finals:

“He did steal 3 championships from LeBron so it makes sense,” noted @CavsBub.

“Is that the LeBron era as well? Also, if another guy wins more FMVPs and scoring titles, is it your era?” questioned @ReelDJ14.

Here are more fan reactions to NBA 2K25’s Steph Era on X:

Fans react to NBA 2K25's 'Steph Era'

Steph Curry says Warriors dynasty may not be replicated

The Golden State Warriors' era of the "Big 3" — Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green — has officially ended, with Thompson joining the Dallas Mavericks in this year’s free agency.

Reflecting on their time together, Curry told ESPN that the Warriors' success defied expectations:

“People thought this was over in 2019, but 2022 was an amazing championship because we defied the odds. ...That's 11 of almost 12 years of championship relevancy built around a certain core,” Curry said.

He also acknowledged the difficulty of keeping a core group together in the NBA and expressed doubt that their achievements could be replicated:

“I don't think [it will be replicated] just because it's very hard to keep things together in this league. A lot more player movement. Me, Klay, and Draymond, we complemented each other so well for so long. We all brought something different to the table,” Curry added.

Joining the Mavericks ends Thompson’s Warriors stint, where he averaged 19.6 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game. He was selected for five All-Star games and won four NBA championships.