Once upon a time, Ray Allen owned the NBA's single-season three-point record. But that was long ago, before Golden State Warriors point guard and reigning MVP Stephen Curry had morphed into a human flamethrower and shattered Jesus Shuttlesworth's mark three times over.
Now, Allen is doling out credit where it's due after Curry finished the regular season with 402 swishes from beyond the arc.
Speaking to Abe Schwadron of Slam Magazine, Allen put Curry's greatness in perspective when asked where he believes Curry ranks among the best shooters in league history:
Based on what he’s done, I think he has to be—he’s on his way to being the best ever. It’s always arguable, based on who’s telling the story. One thing I always tell people is, it’s hard to compare generations. Everybody has something or somebody that makes him feel special about the game, or the way they saw and the way they appreciate the game. I’ve sat back and watched a lot, and listened to a lot of people talk. He’s creating a lane all of his own. People comparing him to me, to Reggie [Miller]. But ...
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Ray Allen Comments on Stephen Curry as Greatest Shooter in NBA History
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