Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr didn’t mince words Wednesday night, saying that coaching Stephen Curry is a similar experience to playing alongside Michael Jordan. This isn’t just some offhand comment, folks. It’s coming from a coach who actually played with His Airness back in the day. That kind of comparison from someone who lived it, who saw MJ’s greatness firsthand, speaks volumes about what Curry is still doing on the court.
Kerr Says Steph’s Longevity Is MJ-Level Wild
Kerr was absolutely direct with his praise for Curry, telling reporters, “Honestly, it really does remind me of what it was like to play with Michael Jordan back in the day.” He emphasized the sheer amazement of watching Steph every single night, no matter what defenses throw at him. But the real kicker, the part that truly drove home the Jordan comparison, was the longevity of it all. Kerr talked about seeing defenses doing “everything possible to slow Steph down like they did with Michael,” and yet, Curry’s “love for the game, the competitiveness, the passion, the desire to put on a show for the fans” is what makes those comparisons so strong. It’s that consistent, relentless, elite-level play over an insane amount of time that has Kerr seeing ghosts of legends past.
Curry’s 18th Season Is Something Else
And let’s be real, Kerr isn’t wrong. Curry is 38 years old, in his 18th season, and he absolutely hasn’t lost a step. He’s currently dropping 30 points, 4.5 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game, all while shooting a ridiculous 42.9 percent from three-point range. The Warriors, despite being short-handed with Jimmy Butler and Kristaps Porziņģis sidelined due to injuries, are 5-3 and riding a five-game winning streak. You can bet Steph is leading that charge. He was always going to be remembered as the greatest shooter ever, no question. But at this point, his ability to maintain this insane level of play, his longevity in a league that chews up and spits out even the best, is becoming just as legendary.
What we’re witnessing with Stephen Curry isn’t just an incredible season; it’s a testament to sustained greatness. With Steve Kerr making direct parallels to Michael Jordan, you know the stakes are high. Every game is a chance for Curry to further cement a legacy that’s already off the charts, and you’ve just gotta tune in to see what kind of magic he pulls off next.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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