NEW YORK (AP) — Stephen Curry truly knows how to make the impossible seem routine. As the first half of the game wrapped up, he launched a remarkable turnaround shot from nearly 40 feet away. With just 0.3 seconds on the clock, he sank a basket that left everyone, including himself, in awe.
In the Golden State Warriors’ tight 121-119 win over the Brooklyn Nets, Curry scored an impressive 40 points. After making that jaw-dropping shot, he sprinted to the locker room, trying to hide his surprise at his own skill.
Those who have followed Curry’s career weren’t shocked at all. “Most people can make that shot by luck,” said teammate Draymond Green. “But we all knew that shot was going in. That’s a whole different ball game.”
Earlier in the trip, Curry had already made a stunning basket from just beyond the halfcourt line. Though this latest shot was from slightly closer, it felt even more challenging due to the circumstances.
Curry stood near the Nets’ logo when he received a pass from Jimmy Butler. With a quick spin, he took the shot, showing off his incredible skill. Butler probably has never recorded such an unlikely assist in his career.
“That shot wasn’t part of any practice routine,” Curry said. “But you learn to gauge your position on the court. As strange as it sounds, it felt like a rhythm shot. I just focused on getting the ball off.” He added with a chuckle, “But I was surprised when it went in. That’s why I bolted to the locker room.”
The crowd of 18,413, the largest for a Nets game at Barclays Center, erupted when Curry made that shot. They had been cheering for him during most of the second quarter as he hit three 3-pointers to help the Warriors recover from an early deficit.
“It felt like a home game for him,” Green said. “The NBA is lucky to have him. He goes to every arena and puts on a show.”
Fans are not only drawn to Curry for his team’s past success but also for his exceptional talent. Green highlighted the uniqueness of Curry’s skill level: “When you see him score 40 points, it’s not just about his scoring, but the way he does it—it’s like watching Cirque du Soleil.”
With the Warriors heading home for their longest homestand of the season—seven games—Curry’s recent performance will be tough to top. “Steph had an amazing road trip,” said Warriors coach Steve Kerr. “He put on a show in every city.”
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