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Does Steph Curry Justify Greater Than an 99 Overall Rating?

11:47 AM - May 10, 2016 by RaychelSnr

Steph Curry had a heck of a night last night.

Not only did he score the most points in an OT effort ever (17), but he also single handedly took a playoff game over and delivered a big W for Golden State -- putting the Warriors up three games to one and certainly clinching their ticket onwards.

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	"Perhaps the best way summarize Curry's performance on Monday is with this stat: Curry missed his first nine 3-pointers and later scored 17 points in overtime -- an NBA record."

Curry can catch fire like few players in the history of the game, and when he does -- it almost seems like he may actually encapsulate what it may look like to see a player with skills beyond what we typically see.

With that in mind, are Curry's attributes (especially his offensive attributes) properly captured in NBA 2K16? Do you think that Curry should be considered for something higher than a 99 overall rating?

Sound off in the comments!

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# 181 twebb5896 @ 05/25/16 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Mauer4MVP


	I agree with the Cavs, but the Warriors are separate from the conversation. They are coming off a title and had the greatest regular season ever.

Hey how many times did prime Mike allow his team to go down 3-1 and not show up in essentially every game during the series? You know since they were on the same level in their primes I'm sure it happened right?

# 182 jeebs9 @ 05/25/16 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mauer4MVP


	I agree with the Cavs, but the Warriors are separate from the conversation. They are coming off a title and had the greatest regular season ever.

My point was back then how can we make them the greatest team in the game. The current team that hasn't even made the playoffs as good as team. While the Lakers have an 84 overall rating. And went 15-1 during the playoffs. That's just backwards. I was saying this before they broke the season record.

With all this said. The series isn't over yet. But I still don't believe they are better then that Lakers team that won 3 straight.

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# 183 Mauer4MVP @ 05/25/16 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jeebs9


	My point was back then how can we make them the greatest team in the game. The current team that hasn't even made the playoffs as good as team. While the Lakers have an 84 overall rating. And went 15-1 during the playoffs. That's just backwards. I was saying this before they broke the season record. With all this said. The series isn't over yet. But I still don't believe they are better then that Lakers team that won 3 straight. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

Yeah I can't dispute anything you said. Definitely a well thought opinion. Didn't mean to up on you if that's how it came across. Just a lot of bad opinions going on in this thread.

# 184 Mauer4MVP @ 05/25/16 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by twebb5896


	Hey how many times did prime Mike allow his team to go down 3-1 and not show up in essentially every game during the series? You know since they were on the same level in their primes I'm sure it happened right?

Well his teams did that 4 times. But hey, if you want to put the failure on one player for this series and the team for Jordan by all means.

That's what sports are great for. An overreaction based on a n insanely small sample size.

Lol it amazes me a post that silly got that many likes.

# 185 LO6IX @ 05/26/16 12:07 AM

This thread was ridiculous to begin with. It's asking if Steph should be rated as the GOAT in 2K because of his shooting ability. This is why there have been "overreactions". He already has a 97 OVR, his shooting is maxed and some of his other attributes are a bit overrated. But back to the question posed by the OP...To make him 100 OVR do you make shooting have the biggest impact on OVR? Or do you make him like a Pink Diamond and exaggerate his ratings to put him above better all-around players?

# 186 twebb5896 @ 05/26/16 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Mauer4MVP


	Well his teams did that 4 times. But hey, if you want to put the failure on one player for this series and the team for Jordan by all means. That's what sports are great for. An overreaction based on a n insanely small sample size. Lol it amazes me a post that silly got that many likes.

I said PRIME bud, as in during the two 3 peats? It's funny you're trying to say the greatest SHOOTER ever is just as good as the greatest PLAYER ever, you're a joke. You must watch ESPN all day because you sound like those brainwashed clowns.

Based on the "Warriors are the best team ever" argument shouldn't it be even easier for Curry and the Warriors to become a dynasty?

Guess not because they're getting bounced in the Conference Finals FULLY HEALTHY.

# 187 SpeedyClaxton @ 05/26/16 04:19 AM

This thread was pointless as much as the one named 'fall of wardell curry' but nevermind about that, thread by itself added many unnecessary comparisons and fuel on the fire. I think after this season we all will start to appreciate Jordan more, not because well-known 72-10 record but because how he & the Bulls squad played later stages of seasons aka playoffs.

We were all blinded/impressed in certain way with this i will say very much 'unique' season, it was so weird & special season that we on one point thought about giving Curry above 99 rating like this thread title says. What 2K needs to do is to give their best effort to translate his game into 2K17 and that doesn't mean bunch of 99's because as much as his shooting is one of a kind, when it comes to making authentic individual strengths and weaknesses plays equal role in determining realisitic outcome.

# 188 Mauer4MVP @ 05/26/16 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by twebb5896


	I said PRIME bud, as in during the two 3 peats? It's funny you're trying to say the greatest SHOOTER ever is just as good as the greatest PLAYER ever, you're a joke. You must watch ESPN all day because you sound like those brainwashed clowns. Based on the "Warriors are the best team ever" argument shouldn't it be even easier for Curry and the Warriors to become a dynasty? Guess not because they're getting bounced in the Conference Finals FULLY HEALTHY.

Or I actually consider the context of each era, put together statistical analysis, and watch games rather than rely on a deeply rooted memory of prime Jordan.

You're right, Jordan is the greatest player ever because he did it over his entire career. But going back to last year all the way through this year until he got hurt, Curry was just as effective as Jordan. I'll stand by that.

And btw, I have my doubts Curry is fully healthy. Guys like Draymond are getting exposed, though.

Have a great day.

# 189 jeebs9 @ 05/26/16 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Mauer4MVP


	Yeah I can't dispute anything you said. Definitely a well thought opinion. Didn't mean to up on you if that's how it came across. Just a lot of bad opinions going on in this thread.

Oh I agree this thread overall is nuts. I actually think Curry is ok where he is at. Best shooter in the game, was playing amazing basketball all season long. Has all the right badges. Yea, I have no problem at all.

# 190 Real2KInsider @ 05/26/16 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by twebb5896


	Hey how many times did prime Mike allow his team to go down 3-1 and not show up in essentially every game during the series? You know since they were on the same level in their primes I'm sure it happened right?

1. How does Michael Jordan's individual ability matter relative to his teammates' accountability?

2. Did Michael Jordan ever suffer an injury mid-playoffs that he had to rush back from?

3. Did Michael Jordan ever have to play a team as good as OKC in the Conference Finals?

# 191 Real2KInsider @ 05/26/16 01:26 PM

The series so far basically comes down to this

Roberson/Waiters: 12-24 3PT (50%)
Combined R.Season: 118-343 3PT (34%)

Klay/Green: 13-47 3PT (27%)
Combined R.Season: 376-908 (41%)

Trying to use "Curry isn't Jordan" as a reason for the series standing is not only a red herring but the laziest type of barstool sports analysis imaginable, and unbecoming of what this forum is supposed to be.

# 192 jcmreds @ 05/26/16 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Rashidi


	The series so far basically comes down to this Roberson/Waiters: 12-24 3PT (50%) Combined R.Season: 118-343 3PT (34%) Klay/Green: 13-47 3PT (27%) Combined R.Season: 376-908 (41%) Trying to use "Curry isn't Jordan" as a reason for the series standing is not only a red herring but the laziest type of barstool sports analysis imaginable, and unbecoming of what this forum is supposed to be.

The series comes down to Westbrook and KD severely outplaying Curry and Thompson with the role players cancelling each other out. Regular season numbers mean nothing. It doesn't matter if they lit up a bunch of scrubs in the regular season they have to do it to OKC's D now.

# 193 Mauer4MVP @ 05/26/16 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by jcmreds


	The series comes down to Westbrook and KD severely outplaying Curry and Thompson with the role players cancelling each other out. Regular season numbers mean nothing. It doesn't matter if they lit up a bunch of scrubs in the regular season they have to do it to OKC's D now.

You're a little right. The series obviously comes down to these games. His point was that they are shooting way above their norm.

And Westbrook and KD are playing better than Curry/Klay. That's correct. Benches are a wash in terms of points per game, but OKC's bench is doing it more efficiently leaving less wasted possessions for KD/Westbrook.

Also, Curry does have the highest TS% among those big 4 and is still average 24/5.5/4.5/2 while he is likely injured. He is far from the problem.

# 194 jcmreds @ 05/26/16 03:42 PM

Curry isn't playing bad, but he is being outplayed by Westbrook who is having an all time great series. Curry has 18 ast to 17 TO. Westbrook has 47 ast to 16 TO. Westbrook is averaging nearly 4 steals per game and 6.5 reb. GS can't win with Curry being outplayed to this degree.

# 195 Real2KInsider @ 05/26/16 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by jcmreds


	The series comes down to Westbrook and KD severely outplaying Curry and Thompson

Westbrook and Durant are top-5 players in the NBA.

Klay Thompson is not.

OKC certainly has the talent to win the series and they would not be the first team to underachieve in the regular season and then go on a deeper-than-expected playoff run.

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	with the role players cancelling each other out.

Steven Adams: 11.0 PPG, 8.5 RPG
Andrew Bogut: 3.0 PPG, 4.3 RPG

"Canceling each other out"

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	Regular season numbers mean nothing. It doesn't matter if they lit up a bunch of scrubs in the regular season they have to do it to OKC's D now.

OKC had the best offense right after GS. The main adjustment they have made compared to the regular season and first two rounds is going with a smaller lineup rather than playing Enes Kanter (which has helped their defense).

# 196 twebb5896 @ 05/26/16 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Rashidi


	The series so far basically comes down to this Roberson/Waiters: 12-24 3PT (50%) Combined R.Season: 118-343 3PT (34%) Klay/Green: 13-47 3PT (27%) Combined R.Season: 376-908 (41%) Trying to use "Curry isn't Jordan" as a reason for the series standing is not only a red herring but the laziest type of barstool sports analysis imaginable, and unbecoming of what this forum is supposed to be.

I'm not blaming Curry for this thrashing they're receiving this series, it's obviously on the whole team, I have nothing but respect for this man his season was undeniably one of the best if not the best ever (statistically). To compare him though to someone who in his prime was dominant in every aspect of the game is a little ridiculous.

When Steph retires I'm sure the 73-9 Warriors will be in that respective 2k game, and I agree his SHOOTING should be maxed out, but honestly his stats should not be overloaded to catch the players that are truly the best to ever do it. Curry isn't faster than John Wall or a point slower than Westbrook.

# 197 twebb5896 @ 05/26/16 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Rashidi


	1. How does Michael Jordan's individual ability matter relative to his teammates' accountability? 2. Did Michael Jordan ever suffer an injury mid-playoffs that he had to rush back from? 3. Did Michael Jordan ever have to play a team as good as OKC in the Conference Finals?

1. When it was time to win everyone knew who was getting the ball, and since they didn't lose for 6 years straight I guess it worked.

2. Really? He had multiple ankle sprains and even a knee sprain in the 97 season. He also took over an NBA finals game WITH THE FLU.

3. Again, Really?
-Penny/Shaq
-Stockton/Malone
-Johnson/Worthy

Have a nice day

# 198 twebb5896 @ 05/26/16 04:21 PM

Steph must be really banged up if he's doing 360 dunks in warm-ups lol, stop making excuses for this guy and take it for what it is, he's not showing up when his team needs him

# 199 LO6IX @ 05/26/16 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Rashidi


	The series so far basically comes down to this Roberson/Waiters: 12-24 3PT (50%) Combined R.Season: 118-343 3PT (34%) Klay/Green: 13-47 3PT (27%) Combined R.Season: 376-908 (41%)

That and OKC has the length, and athleticism to switch everything and put constant pressure on the ball, thus taking the Warriors out of their offence. Adams, KD, and Ibaka are doing a good job of running Curry off the line. They're also being very physical with Curry.

# 200 MarvellousOne @ 05/27/16 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by LO6IX


	That and OKC has the length, and athleticism to switch everything and put constant pressure on the ball, thus taking the Warriors out of their offence. Adams, KD, and Ibaka are doing a good job of running Curry off the line. They're also being very physical with Curry.

This is exactly why Curry hasn't been as effective as he was all year. People don't understand how much being physical takes it's toll on a shooter, being physical makes it very hard for a shooter to catch rhythm. OKC is doing a good job on Curry that is all there is too it.

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