Steph Curry Humorously Reflects on Passing Allen Iverson in NBA Scoring
During a recent game on January 30, 2025, against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Stephen Curry reached a significant milestone by surpassing Allen Iverson to become the second highest scorer in NBA history. Curry scored 21 points, assisting the Golden State Warriors in a 116-109 victory. With this performance, he accrued a total of 24,515 points in his career, passing Iverson and Respected Hall of Famer Ray Allen, whose total was 24,505 points.
Following the game, Curry humorously addressed the achievement, jokingly referencing his greying hair as a sign of his longevity in the sport. He told ESPN's Jorge Sedano, "You see the grey hair? That just means you’re blessed to keep playing this game at a high level." This statement reflects his appreciation for being able to perform at such a competitive level for 16 seasons.
Curry also reminisced about the impact of those he passed on the scoring list, stating, “The names I passed [Allen Iverson] a couple of weeks ago, Ray today—guys I grew up watching in my generation who inspire me to love the game the way I do. So it’s definitely special. Shoutout to Ray.”
- Final Score: Warriors 116, Thunder 109
- Curry's Points: 21
- Milestone: Surpassed Allen Iverson
- All-time Scoring Rank: Now 27th, with Ray Allen just behind him
With this performance, Curry continues to showcase his skill and dedication to the game as he approaches further milestones in the league's scoring history. He is now just 300 points away from Patrick Ewing and 700 from Jerry West, which keeps him in contention for several historical achievements this season.