The Early Days and the Split
When Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant teamed up a decade ago, their union created a lethal scoring partnership. Both were former MVPs and scoring champions at 28 years old when they began their first title chase together in the 2016-17 season. Critics quickly deemed the pairing unfair as the Golden State Warriors raced to a strong start. The partnership disbanded quicker than expected after two championships and a torn Achilles, with Durant eventually leaving the Bay Area while Curry stayed with the Warriors to become a single franchise icon.
Curry Still Shining at 38
Curry enters a matchup against Durant and the Houston Rockets averaging 30.6 points per game and shooting 45.6 percent on 3-pointers. Warriors coach Steve Kerr credited Curry's work ethic, good genes, and conditioning for his remarkable longevity. Curry has also adjusted his shot profile by taking more catch and shoot attempts, with 74 percent of his 3-pointers assisted this season. His player efficiency rating highlights his exceptional start, surpassing legendary peers at the same age.
Durant Defies the Odds After Injury
Durant has experienced a more nomadic path since leaving Golden State, playing for the Brooklyn Nets, Phoenix Suns, and now the Houston Rockets. Despite tearing his Achilles during the 2019 Finals, he has engineered the most successful comeback from that injury in NBA history. Durant earned All-NBA second team honors last season by averaging 26 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists. He remains on track to pass Kobe Bryant for fourth on the NBA all-time scoring list this season.
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