NBA Superstar Steph Curry Responds to Lionel Messi Comparisons

NBA Superstar Steph Curry Responds to Lionel Messi Comparisons

  • Stephen Curry is considered one of the most influential players in NBA history due to his three-pointers
  • Lionel Messi inspired many footballers with his iconic performances for Barcelona and Argentina
  • The Golden State Warriors superstar recently responded to comparisons between him and the football legend

Stephen Curry and Lionel Messi will go down as one of the greatest sportsmen ever.

Curry made a mark in the NBA with the Golden State Warriors, while Messi dominated European football with Barcelona for over a decade.

The NBA veteran recently shared his thoughts about being compared to the Argentine World Cup winner.

Steph Curry and Lionel Messi will leave a significant impact in their sport when they retire
Steph Curry and Lionel Messi continue to entertain millions. Photos by Elsa and Buda Mendes.
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Curry is heading to his 16th season in the NBA with the Warriors, and at 36, he is getting closer to retirement.

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He has won four NBA titles with the Warriors and holds the record for the most three-pointers made in NBA history. Due to his audacious shot attempts, he is often described as the most fun player to watch.

Meanwhile, Messi has been in the spotlight since 2009, the year Curry was drafted. He won numerous club titles with Barcelona and led Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022.

Curry and Messi comparisons

A few years ago, Curry spoke about the comparisons to Messi in terms of creativity and innovation.

"I think it’s the creative genius to what he does and a flair, but also there is a fundamental aspect to the flair," Curry said, via Sportbible. The work that he puts in, I’m assuming, based on the talent that he has, and combining that with the talent that he has and how that kind of shows when he’s out there on the pitch."

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"I think there’s a lot of comparison, really, around the creativity and the innovation that we bring to our respective sports."

With Messi now plying his trade in Miami, it won't be surprising to see the two sporting legends bump shoulders.

Messi or Jordan?

YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Lionel Messi discussed who is the bigger GOAT between him and Michael Jordan.

The Inter Miami star said Jordan is the best, adding that he was convinced after watching the Last Dance documentary.

Source: TUKO.co.ke

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Richard Nutakor (Sports Editor) Richard Kekeli is a digital media enthusiast with over 8 years of working experience in media and digital. He's worked with notable media brands in Ghana like Media General, owners of TV3 Ghana, 3FM, Onua FM & Connect FM. He's also worked with Global Media Alliance as a Digital Account Manager. He obtained a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Ghana in 2016 and a Masters in Brands and Communication Management from the University of Professional Studies, Accra. Email: richard.kekeli@sportsbrief.com

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