Stephen Curry Likened to Lionel Messi: The Best NBA Three-Point Shooter in History

Stephen Curry is now dubbed as the Lionel Messi of basketball as he made headlines for his outstanding performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday. In a surprising move, he made a three-point shot from 38 feet, leading the Golden State Warriors to win at 121-118.

Even as far as Nigeria, people rave on the extraordinary performance of NBAs Most Valuable Player, Stephen Curry. The NBA player with the most record of three points defeated the Thunder in an overtime match, The News Nigeria reports. Just a few seconds before the time ends, Curry made a three-point shot 38 feet afar. This ended the game with Golden State Warriors emerging as the winner at 121-118.

The News Nigeria further reports that Curry made a record-breaking title for the most three points shot made in a single season. He also reportedly tied the record for most three points made in a single game. All of these despite his injured ankle. Reports are all over the he is the Lionel Messi of NBA world. The Warriors are set to retain the NBA championship this season, according to reports.

This year alone, he reportedly made 288 points with a three-point shot. He was the NBAs most valuable player last year. He also holds the NBA All-Star title for three seasons, reports Daily Mail UK. Take a look at Curry's statistics over the years reported by NBA as posted in Twitter below:

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