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Steve Kerr compares Stephen Curry to Michael Jordan amid strong season start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 6:09 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Steve Kerr compares Stephen Curry to Michael Jordan amid strong season start

Summary

Steve Kerr drew parallels between Stephen Curry and Michael Jordan, noting similarities in their impact on games. Following a recent victory that highlighted Curry's performance, Kerr remarked on the amazement he feels watching Curry, akin to his experiences with Jordan. This season, Curry is averaging 30 points per game through six matches, with standout games including a 44-point performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves and 31 points in the NBA Cup opener against the Los Angeles Lakers.

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By the Numbers

•Curry averages 30 points per game through six games this season.
•Kerr recalls his experiences playing alongside Jordan in Chicago.
•Curry scored 44 points in a game against the Timberwolves recently.
•Warriors recently achieved a victory highlighting Curry's performance.
•Curry netted 31 points in the NBA Cup opener against the Lakers.

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Before Steve Kerr became the coach of the Golden State Warriors , he was known as one of the sharpshooters behind Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls championship success. Kerr often draws upon his time with Jordan to make comparisons to modern-day players. Recently, following the team’s victory and recent-season success, he compared Stephen Curry to […] The post Why coaching Stephen Curry reminds Steve Kerr of playing with Michael Jordan appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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