When asked about his front-and-center role in the modern NBA’s deep-range shooting revolution, Stephen Curry once reasoned that such artistry was necessary, given that he couldn’t “360, windmill, and drive down the lane for a dunk.” Knowing every other humanly-possible method of scoring to be squarely within his wheelhouse, the future Hall of Famer prepares himself for a one-of-a-kind sequence, first by sprinting the length of the floor in hopes of beating the quickly-evaporating shot clock. Engulfed completely by three different Phoenix Suns defenders, Curry evades the could-be roadblock with a dazzling behind-the-back dribble before switching hands for a one-legged rainbow floater, all within a single motion. Still capable of offensive magic unlike that of any other, Curry saw his tireless approach go rewarded with a four-point victory during December 28, 2024’s Western Conference clash. The box score told a similar story, as the two-time Most Valuable Player tallied 22 points, six rebounds, six assists, one steal, four 3-pointers, and a +20 plus-minus. · Dec 29, 2024