Steph Curry, the Golden State Warriors’ sharpshooter, proved his prowess as the greatest three-point shooter of all time by defeating WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu in a head-to-head three-point contest during the NBA All-Star Game weekend. Curry emerged victorious with a score of 29-26 against Ionescu.
Key Takeaway
Steph Curry emerged victorious in a thrilling three-point contest against Sabrina Ionescu, showcasing his exceptional shooting skills and sportsmanship, while Ionescu’s impressive performance hinted at a potential rematch in the future.
Impressive Performance by Sabrina Ionescu
Despite the outcome, Sabrina Ionescu’s performance was commendable, as she matched Damian Lillard’s score from the NBA three-point contest earlier in the evening. Ionescu, who typically shoots from a slightly shorter distance in the WNBA, showcased her skills by backing up and shooting from NBA three-point distance using the slightly smaller WNBA ball.
Steph Curry’s Expertise in Three-Point Shooting
Steph Curry, a two-time winner of the NBA three-point contest and the record holder for the most career threes made, demonstrated his expertise in long-range shooting during the contest.
Respect and Sportsmanship
Following the contest, both competitors expressed mutual respect and admiration for each other. Curry praised Ionescu’s presence at the event, acknowledging its potential to inspire aspiring basketball players, while Ionescu lauded Curry for showing her respect by competing against her.
Potential Rematch
Despite the outcome, Ionescu expressed her desire for a rematch, hinting at the possibility of challenging Curry on his home turf as the next year’s All-Star Game is set to be hosted by the Warriors.
