Golden State: A Surprising Shift in the Three-Point Landscape
Hey, basketball fans! Can you believe the latest buzz from Golden State? This past Sunday, Steph Curry was just as shocked as us when he learned that his former teammate Klay Thompson is close to overtaking Reggie Miller for fifth place on the all-time NBA 3-point shooting list. The conversation started casually, with Steph being asked about Klay’s impressive journey and suddenly, it transformed into a fun back-and-forth about the 3-point shooting elite.
Curry’s Legendary Reaction
As it turns out, Steph had no clue where Klay stood in the rankings! His reaction? Priceless. He quipped, โHold on, you said fifth?โ as if he couldn’t believe how the game has evolved since the days when Miller was a top contender. Can you imagine the look on his face? Itโs wild to think that just three years ago, Steph passed Reggie on the list, where Miller was sitting comfortably at second place. Now, heโs dropped to fifth. Talk about a shake-up!
Reggie Miller’s 3-Point Legacy
For those who might not remember, Reggie Miller was the king of long-range shots back in his prime, ending his career with a then-record of 2,560 3-pointers in 2005. Fast forward to 2011 when Ray Allen blew past Millerโs record and finished with a stunning 2,973 3-pointers before calling it quits in 2014. Right after Allen, we witnessed the explosive rise of both Curry and Thompson, who took the game to a whole new level. The 3-pointer went from a simple phase to a full-blown strategy that teams now embrace!
Changing the Game
The Golden State Warriors practically transformed the leagueโs landscape, making perimeter shooting the centerpiece of their game plan. No longer were threes just for those one-dimensional shootersโnow, it was all about versatility and accuracy. This shift allowed superstars like Curry, Thompson, James Harden, and Damian Lillard to rewrite the history books.
Klay’s Path to the Top
As Klay readies himself to face the Los Angeles Clippers in their upcoming game, heโs only 12 3-pointers shy of passing Miller. With the way Klayโs been shootingโespecially after a recent resurgence against the Dallas Mavericksโitโs absolutely likely heโll get there sooner rather than later. Just imagine, in a matter of days, we could witness history in motion!
The Future of 3-Point Shooting
Though Klay might not catch up to Curry, who currently boasts an astronomical total of 3,832 3-pointers (and counting), it would be amazing to see Klay join Steph, Harden, and Lillard in the top ranks. That trio would beautifully epitomize what has been a thrilling era for basketball fans everywhere. The exciting blend of talent has not only captivated spectators but also pushed players to shoot beyond what seemed possible.
A Fitting Conclusion to an Era
So, as we eagerly await Klayโs shot at history, letโs take a moment to appreciate how far the game of basketball has come. The growth of the 3-point shot has transformed not just strategies, but the very foundation of how teams approach the game. Steph, Klay, Harden, and Lillard: these names will surely resonate through future conversations about the best shooters of all time.
Stay tuned, folks! The next few games will definitely have us all on the edge of our seats. Will Klay break the record? Letโs watch and find out!
