Alonzo Mourning praises Steph Curry as modern NBA's 'catalyst
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:44 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Alonzo Mourning, a Hall of Famer and former two-time Defensive Player of the Year, called Steph Curry a "catalyst" for change in the NBA during a recent podcast. Mourning emphasized Curry's revolutionary impact, particularly his 3-point shooting, which has influenced many teams in the league. Acknowledging his long career, Mourning reflected on his past playing alongside Curry's father, Dell, while noting how the Golden State Warriors set a high standard for competitive play. Curry's style has altered how the game is played, enabling teams to stretch their offensive capabilities.
- •Alonzo Mourning praised Steph Curry for his impact on the NBA.
- •Mourning referred to Curry as a 'catalyst' for change in the game.
- •Curry's 3-point shooting has revolutionized offensive strategies.
- •Mourning played with Curry's father, Dell, early in his career.
- •Curry's playstyle led to a shift among many NBA teams.
- 1:44 AMYahoo Sports — Basketball Hall of Famer calls Steph Curry a 'catalyst' for the modern NBA
"Former two-time Defensive Player of the Year Award winner Alonzo Mourning recently praised Warriors guard Steph Curry for his impact on the NBA.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 2:37 PMIs Stephen Curry playing tonight? Warriors vs. Lakers injury report to open season
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 1:33 PMKnicks superfan Tracy Morgan roasts Bronny James before NBA season opener
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 12:03 PMHornets vs. Nets: How to watch, projected lineups and more
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 12:00 PMPacers Fueled By Memories Of 2025 Finals Loss As They Return To Contender Status
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 10:45 AMThe Raptor that Didn’t Return Home: Norman Powell
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 10:24 AMIndiana Pacers game vs New Orleans Pelicans tonight, Oct. 21: Start time, where to watch
