The NBA’s three-point revolution has been nothing short of transformative, and at the heart of this shift is Golden State Warriors' star, Stephen Curry. Known for his elite long-range shooting, Curry has redefined how the game is played. This season, he's recognized rising talent Kon Knueppel as a potential challenger to his historic three-point achievements, showing Curry's willingness to embrace the future of the game.
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, who has long admired Curry’s shooting prowess, offered his insights ahead of Sunday’s matchup between the Warriors and the New York Knicks. Kerr reflected on the modern NBA’s reliance on the three-point shot, attributing this trend to the influence of analytics and evolving coaching strategies.
“The game has become dramatically three-point dependent due to analytics and coaching styles that emphasize efficiency,” Kerr commented on NBA on NBC. He added, “Despite the heavy reliance on threes, the skill level and offensive efficiency make it a beautiful game to watch.”
Kerr’s appreciation for the three-point shot predates Curry’s rise. Back in the 1996-97 season, Kerr, as a player, was already tapping into the potential of the long ball, averaging a career-high 2.9 attempts per game.
During the same discussion, Kerr provided an update on Curry’s injury status, offering a hopeful outlook. “We expect him back.
He’s trending in the right direction. It’s been a tricky injury, but he’ll be back for sure.
It’s a day-to-day process,” Kerr stated. Curry has been sidelined with a knee injury since January 30, missing 17 consecutive games.
The Warriors announced he would remain out for at least another 10 days, a period during which the team has struggled to find consistency, as evidenced by their recent loss to the Knicks, leaving them with a 32-35 record.
As the Warriors navigate this challenging stretch without their star, the impact of Curry’s absence is felt deeply. Yet, the evolution he has sparked in the league continues to shape the game, ensuring that the three-point shot remains a central strategy in the NBA.