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Winning four titles in nine seasons, the Golden State Warriors have cemented themselves as one of the greatest NBA dynasties. However, their recent 2022 chip was a little more special. After missing the playoffs back-to-back in 2020 and 2021, the Dubs made a historical comeback to clinch the title from the Boston Celtics. The Finals saw Stephen Curry delivering several memorable plays and averaging 31.2 points and 6.0 rebounds per game while shooting 43.7 percent. He also earned his first Finals MVP award that year.

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However, despite putting together a record-breaking performance against the Celtics, Jayson Tatum snubbed Curry in the list of most skilled players in the NBA. His snub did not sit right with the fans, as they took to social media to express their discontentment.

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Jayson Tatum might still not be over the 2022 finals loss

After a 14-year championship drought, the Celtics came close to their title dream in the year 2022. They won two of the first three games of the series. However, Stephen Curry then single-handedly carried the Warriors to victory, leveling the series at 2-2. He tallied a mind-numbing 43 points and 10 rebounds in Game 4 en route to his Finals MVP award.

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Surprisingly, Jayson Tatum was not impressed, as he failed to include Stephen Curry in his list of the most skilled players in the league. To no one’s surprise, he thinks he is the best player, therefore marking out the first position for himself. Whether this is true or not is up for debate, but every athlete needs to be confident if they are to survive in this competitive industry. And the list goes – Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Kyrie Irving, Paul George, and Devin Booker in that order.

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The fans were not satisfied with the Stephen Curry snub, as they took to social media to berate the 4-time All-Star for still being upset over the 2022 finals loss.

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Fans react to the Stephen Curry snub

After weathering several storms, Stephen Curry has reached a stage where he is pitted head-to-head with several basketball greats. He revolutionized basketball with his three-point shooting. Therefore, his not being on the list of most skilled players is sure to irk the Dubsnation. One fan expressed how offensive it is to not include Curry in the list.

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Some fans pointed out the 2022 finals ouster, referring to Curry as a “nightmare” for opponents after his explosive 43-point game.

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Apparently, that boy can still hurt as per this fan!

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And, a fan would love to leave out 30 if this would happen to their squad!

One fan pointed out that LeBron James was missing too.

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One fan came to Tatum’s rescue, justifying his choice.

What are your thoughts on Jayson Tatum’s list of most skilled players? Do you think he was right to leave out Stephen Curry? Let us know in the comments!

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Darshita is an NBA Writer at EssentiallySports who is creating her own space in the spectrum of sport journalism. Darshita specializes in dissecting post-game interviews, trade, and contracts. Her appetite for literature, akin to her affection for the Milwaukee Bucks, knows no bounds. As a dedicated fan of the Cream City and a particular admirer of the Greek Freak, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Darshita's beat writing details every intricacy, even the critique. Her articles go beyond the box scores and game highlights, delving into the human stories behind the players, the franchises, and the unforgettable moments that make the NBA an unparalleled spectacle. Darshita's passion for the NBA extends beyond the written word, finding solace in the world of books.

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