By: Fatima Roshni Image credit: Facebook
Is Stephen Curry better than LeBron James? The question itself is quite clear in terms of experience, but factors like stats, performance, accolades, and achievements make it debatable.
With LeBron taking the lead as the most experienced player currently joining as an 18-year-old senior year high school player, Stephen was drafted as a 21-year-old college graduate player.
Currently in his 14th season with the Warriors, Curry's achievements in comparison to LeBron's 20-season career are lacking but comparable with 4 NBA and 2 scoring championships.
LeBron is making his way as the all-time leading scorer this season, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record, in comparison to Curry, who tops the list as the best three-point scorer, passing Ray Allen.
In terms of statistics, LeBron takes the lead with a six-year advantage, averaging 27.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 7.3 assists, while Curry's averages are 24.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.5 assists.
Without an advantage over experience, Curry is currently the league's highest-paid athlete in comparison to the Lakers star, who has a net worth of $1 billion, with both having lucrative deals.
Faced off in 43 games, 20 games in regular season, and 23 postseason, Curry holds a 15-7 advantage in the playoffs with three wins. The regular season is, however, tied at 10-10.
Despite the comparison, the two in their respective careers have given some of the most memorable performances and are currently working to achieve more by sharing a good relationship on court.
With LeBron currently in his two-season contract extension and speculations of his retirement, Curry continues to perform with the Warriors, reigning for their fifth championship title.
The two popular NBA stars are currently the best players in the league. One can not make the comparison, as the two have been valuable assets to their own teams as well as lucrative for the franchise.
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