Steph Curry's Historic Performance Propels Golden State Warriors To Victory Against Washington Wizards

Photo: Instagram/Steph Curry

In a highly anticipated matchup against the Washington Wizards, the Golden State Warriors celebrated Jordan Poole's return to the Chase Center on Friday night. 

However, the spotlight quickly shifted to the extraordinary performance of Warriors' point guard Steph Curry.

Curry showcased his dominance on the court, scoring 30 points, delivering 7 assists, and sinking 8 three-pointers, making NBA history as the first player to achieve this line or better in just 27 minutes of play.

Photo: Instagram/Steph Curry

Despite playing under 27 minutes due to the commanding lead, Curry's performance marked the 15th game in NBA history with at least 30 points and 8 threes in such limited time.

Remarkably, Curry's achievement went beyond scoring, as he became the only player to combine 30 points, 8 threes, and 7 assists in under 27 minutes, further solidifying his place in basketball history.

For Curry, this remarkable feat was not only historic but also marked his 75th career game with at least 8 made threes, a record unsurpassed in NBA history. Damian Lillard, the closest contender, trails with 29 such games.

Curry's ability to consistently deliver exceptional performances was highlighted as this marked the 12th occasion in his career where he made at least 8 threes in fewer than 30 minutes – a statistic that doubles the next closest player on the list.

The headline "Greatest shooter of all-time" seems insufficient to describe the vast gap between Curry and his peers in the realm of basketball. (Source: Sports Illustrated)

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