The debate for the NBA’s greatest of all time will seemingly continue indefinitely, as it is a subjective pick. However, there are two current players who are presenting convincing arguments for inclusion in this ongoing debate. LeBron James and Stephen Curry have been two of the most successful superstars in this millennium. Their stellar performances have made them a household name in the sports industry. But many fans think that their performances don’t merit a mention in the ‘GOAT’ debate.
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Steph’s father Dell Curry falls in that category, as he didn’t include Steph and LeBron in his Mount Rushmore (top 4) of the best basketball players.
Who did Dell Curry Pick?
Dell Curry enjoyed a successful 16-year NBA career, primarily as a sharpshooting guard. He entered the league in 1986, selected by the Utah Jazz in the first round, but spent the majority of his career with the Charlotte Hornets. Known for his three-point shooting prowess, he won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award in 1994.
He left a lasting legacy as one of the league’s premier shooters. His influence extends to his son, Stephan Curry, arguably one of the greatest point guards in NBA history.
But in a conversation with Scott Fowler on his podcast, Dell left out Steph and LeBron from the ‘GOAT’ debate. When asked about his picks for Mount Rushmore of all-time greats, he said, “I gotta go with guys I personally played with. So obviously, Jordan is one, Magic (Johnson), Larry Bird, and I am gonna go with Hakeem Olajuwon”.
Dell Curry’s choice of players from his own era is understandable, as numerous individuals regard the 1990s era as the pinnacle of NBA basketball. NBA viewership peaked in the 1998 finals, with an average of 29 million viewers.
Golden Era of NBA
The 1990s in the NBA are often referred to as the golden era, characterized by intense competition, legendary players, and iconic rivalries. It saw the dominance of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls, who won six championships in that decade. Teams like the Showtime Lakers, Detroit Pistons’ “Bad Boys,” and the Boston Celtics were formidable contenders.
The era featured iconic players like Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Charles Barkley, Hakeem Olajuwon, Karl Malone, and Scottie Pippen. Globalization of the NBA began during this era, thanks to the Dream Team’s participation in the 1992 Olympics. The ‘90s brought innovations like the three-point line, making it a pivotal period in the league’s history.
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