Watch: Steph Curry straight-out picks himself over Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and other NBA GOATs: "Mike I love you man, it's me"
Steph Curry was recently named Sportsperson of the Year by Sports Illustrated. During his interview with the publication, the Golden State Warriors star was asked to compare himself to other legends of the sport. Curry was initially quizzed about LA Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, to which he responded:
"I love you, Kobe, man, but I gotta go with myself, right?"
San Antonio Spurs' Tim Duncan was the next legend mentioned. The four-time NBA MVP stated:
"Coach [Steve] Kerr always likes to compare us and our leadership abilities, but I could shoot off the glass too, Timmy D, so I'm gonna go with me."
Next up was Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird, who Curry also picked himself over, noting:
"That's a great shooting competition right there, but, as you'd expect, I'm winning that one too."
LA Lakers star LeBron James was the next name mentioned. Curry and James have had four battles in the NBA Finals, with Curry winning three. The two-time NBA MVP stated:
"What do you think? What do you expect me to say? It's me."
Finally, Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan was mentioned, drawing a similar response as Kobe Bryant, as Curry responded:
"Mike, I love you man, it's me."
Steph Curry did a legendary Jordan shrug as he answered the final question. While the comments will likely face backlash, it is important to note that they were made in good nature. Furthermore, Curry's mentality of believing he is the best player should be every player's mindset.
Watch the full conversation below:
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Steph Curry has been playing at an MVP level this season
Steph Curry has averaged 30.0 points per game, 6.6 rebounds per game, 7.0 assists per game, 1.0 steals per game, and 0.3 blocks per game this season. Additionally, the eight-time All-Star is shooting 49.9% from the field, 43.2% from three-point range, and 90.6% from the free-throw line. Curry is currently one made field goal short of shooting 50.0% from the field.
If he is able to maintain his scoring average of 30.0 points per game while shooting 50.0% from the field, 40.0% from three-point range, and 90.0% from the free-throw line, he would become just the second member of the 50-40-90 club to score at least 30.0 points per game. The first? Steph Curry in 2015-2016. That season, Curry became the only player in NBA history to be named the unanimous MVP.
While it remains unclear if Curry will be able to accomplish the feat or if he will be able to win his third NBA MVP award in a crowded field, he has quietly had a great season thus far.
Watch Steph Curry's highlights from this season below: