Draymond GreenForward, Golden State Warriors

Klay Thompson critiques Steph Curry's jumper #shorts #nba #warriors #stephcurry #draymondgreen

11 Apr 2024 · 1 min

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In a short YouTube clip, Draymond Green prompts Klay Thompson to explain why Steph Curry is considered one of the greatest shooters. Klay attributes Curry's accuracy to his powerful leg drive, overall strength, rapid loading of the jumper from both dribble and catch situations, and consistent shoulder alignment toward the basket. He emphasizes Curry's ability to shoot accurately from various angles and foot positions. Klay also shares a lighthearted personal brag: during a 2015 White House visit, President Obama told him his jump shot was "a little prettier" than Curry's, which Klay presents as his sole win over the superstar. The exchange is informal, humorous, and showcases player camaraderie while highlighting technical aspects of elite shooting.

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Just talk to me about his jump shot and what is it that you see as one of the greatest shooters ever?
I think it's like the force he generates. I'm like, Steph's like maybe a buck 90, 200 max. And how I'm just like, how are you able to shoot from 35 feet so accurately and easily? I think it comes from the legs and, but he's incredibly strong. And then how quickly he loads his jumper from, uh, whether it be from the dribble, off the catch, That's what I admire, just his ability to shoot from all different angles and feet positions. Like, as long as Steph's shoulders are square to the basket, it's got a chance of going in. One thing I do have on Steph though, this is probably one of the best moments of my life, is when we were at the White House in 2015 and Mr. Obama, Mr. President Obama said my jump shot was a little prettier than Steph's. That was the one win I have over him. I was like, "Yes, hear that, Steph?" [LAUGHTER] Mr. President likes my jumper more. Draymond Green.