Drafted seventh overall by the Golden State Warriors in 2009, Stephen Curry is widely regarded as the greatest shooter the game of basketball has ever seen. Despite being overlooked by many teams due to his slender build and lack of size, Curry quickly silenced any doubts about his abilities.
In his 15-year tenure with the Warriors so far, Curry has won four NBA championships (2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022). With his lightning-quick release, limitless range, and ball-handling skills, Curry has captivated fans globally and made the 3-point shot a central part of modern basketball strategy. He currently holds the all-time record for most 3-pointers made in regular season games, playoffs games, and All-Star games.
Curry's success stems not only from his athletic gifts but also his tireless work ethic and competitive drive. His popularity and influence on the next generation of basketball players cannot be overstated. Kids everywhere try to emulate his iconic pregame warmup drills and long-distance shooting. Simply put, Steph Curry has revolutionized the point guard position and left an indelible mark on basketball greatness.
Steph Curry Full Court Shots
In December 2022, a video went viral showing Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry effortlessly draining five full-court shots in a row during practice. The video instantly ignited debate on whether it was real or clever video editing. While Curry is arguably the greatest shooter in NBA history, making five consecutive shots from 94 feet away seemed too outrageous even for his otherworldly talents.
When asked by reporters, Curry coyly neither confirmed nor denied the validity of the viral video. However, he did admit to making two full-court shots on that day. "I'll let them be the judge of that, but it's an ultimate compliment to probably be amazed by it, but not think it's outlandish, and that it could be real," said Curry.
He joked about the media's use of the word "doctored" to describe the potentially edited video. Curry took it as a badge of honor that people could reasonably believe he was capable of such a superhuman shooting display. After all, Curry already holds the record for most 3-pointers made in a single game with 13. His range, accuracy, and shooting confidence know no limits.
While making five consecutive full-court shots remains highly improbable even for the nine-time All-Star, the two he did make reflect his preternatural skills. Curry's shooting talents are so unprecedented that it becomes challenging to separate reality from fiction sometimes. Whether that video was real or not, Curry's greatness is very real indeed.
FAQs
A. As per sources, Steph Curry takes 300-400 practice shots per day.
A. No, Steph Curry made two full court shots.
A. Steph Curry shoots at a 90 degree angle at his armpit.
A. Steph Curry made a 75-feet shot against UTC in college, and a 62 feet shot in 2015 in the NBA.
