Stephen Curry has surpassed Kobe Bryant’s legacy after Olympics gold medal, says Jason Whitlock
Jason Whitlock makes bold claim after Stephen Curry's great performance in Olympics, comparing him to Kobe Bryant.
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Stephen Curry and Kobe Bryant with Team USA
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is one of the greatest players in the modern NBA. Curry has single-handedly changed the game with his three-point shooting, winning four championships with the Warriors and becoming the first-ever unanimous MVP in NBA history.
His résumé is among the most impressive in the league. This year, at the age of 36, Curry was selected to represent Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking his first appearance in the Games. As one of the veteran stars on the team, Curry brought both experience and leadership to the roster.
Stephen Curry had a slow start in the early stages of the Olympics but found his rhythm in the semi-finals, delivering a 36-point performance against Serbia to help Team USA reach the finals. In the gold medal game, Curry showcased his clutch gene by hitting four three-pointers in the final minutes to secure the victory for Team USA.
His outstanding performance in the last two games of the tournament drew praise from many fans and analysts. Former ESPN analyst Jason Whitlock even compared him to a past NBA legend.
I think what Steph Curry did in these Olympics establishes him as a more iconic important historic. Dare I say, I don’t know if I can use the word better but he ranks higher to me on the All-time greats of NBA basketball players now than Kobe Bryant.
Jason Whitlock said via Fearless
On his podcast, Whitlock discussed Curry’s impressive performance and stated that Curry’s Olympic showing has led him to rank Curry above Kobe Bryant on the all-time greats list. Whitlock’s claim faced significant scrutiny from NBA fans, but Curry’s performance has certainly strengthened his argument in the debate of all-time greats.
Kobe Bryant was a key player for the ‘Redeem Team’ in 2008, helping lead them to an undefeated record in the Olympics. On the other hand, Stephen Curry was instrumental in Team USA’s victory at the 2024 Olympics. Debating between the two stars is intriguing, but fans cannot deny the greatness of both players.
Stephen Curry’s first Olympics run was certainly one of the most memorable ever
Throughout his career, Stephen Curry has established himself as one of the best shooters in the league. Team USA selected him for his exceptional skills and consistent success. Initially, Curry struggled during the Olympics, and some even labeled him as a role player for the team.
However, as the tournament progressed and the stakes grew higher, Curry rose to the occasion. In the crucial game against Serbia, where Team USA was on the brink of elimination, Curry’s performance was pivotal. He scored 36 points, marking the second-highest single-game scoring in USA Olympic history and playing a crucial role in keeping his team in contention.
In the finals, Curry was incredible, hitting eight three-pointers, four of which came in clutch moments of the game. He silenced the French crowd, who were hoping for a comeback. Curry won his first gold medal and was even a strong contender for the Olympics MVP, which ultimately went to LeBron James. The Warriors star certainly had one of the best debut Olympic runs in history.
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