Stephen Curry names Magic Johnson as his toughest all-time rival
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:06 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Stephen Curry indicated that Magic Johnson is his only rival for the title of 'best NBA point guard of all-time' during a discussion with Gilbert Arenas. Curry acknowledged the significant impact both players have had on the game, with Johnson revolutionizing the position in the 1980s and 1990s and Curry changing shooting strategies in modern basketball. This conversation highlights the ongoing debate about their legacies and contributions to the sport. Curry and Johnson both stand as influential figures, shaping how future players approach the point guard role.
- •Curry and Johnson are considered top candidates for best NBA point guard.
- •Curry secured three championships with the Warriors in the 2010s.
- •Johnson's versatility transformed the point guard role in professional basketball.
- •Curry emphasized shooting from the perimeter has become a key strategy.
- •The debate over their legacies continues among basketball fans.
- 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Warriors' Stephen Curry names sole opponent for 'Best NBA Point Guard of All-Time' title
"Warriors legend Stephen Curry knows that the only other legend in contention for 'best NBA point guard of all-time' is Lakers' Magic Johnson.
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