Stephen Curry Surpasses Kobe Bryant in NBA Scoring Milestone
Stephen Curry has firmly placed himself among NBA legends with another historic achievement. The Golden State Warriors star scored 28 points against the Phoenix Suns, marking his 252nd game with 25 or more points since turning 30 years old, per OptaStats.
This performance moved Curry ahead of Kobe Bryant, who recorded 251 such games after age 30, putting Curry in second place all-time. The only player ahead is Michael Jordan, who holds the record with 256 games of 25-plus points past age 30.
Given Curry’s scoring ability, he has a strong chance to surpass Jordan’s record this season. However, he will not add to this total on Wednesday as he misses the Warriors’ second game of a back-to-back due to illness.
“I played against the Suns while sick,” Curry acknowledged Tuesday night, highlighting the impressiveness of his continued high performance despite health challenges.
Curry’s late-career resurgence is remarkable, especially considering his earlier years were plagued by frequent injuries. He has since become a highly durable player, thriving as an older guard in the league.
Additional Context
- Curry’s ability to maintain elite scoring after 30 distinguishes him among NBA greats.
- Kobe Bryant previously held the second spot, showing the significance of Curry’s new milestone.
- Michael Jordan remains the benchmark with 256 games scoring 25+ points after 30.
Summary: Stephen Curry’s consistent high scoring past age 30 has propelled him past Kobe Bryant and brings him closer to Michael Jordan’s all-time NBA record for 25-plus point games, showcasing his late-career durability and skill.