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Hoops Tonight - NBA Player Rankings #10: Steph Curry | Golden State Warriors

Aug 25, 2026 · 25m

Summary

This episode of Hoops Tonight ranks Stephen Curry as the 10th best player, analyzing his elite offensive efficiency despite playing only 43 games due to knee issues. The host highlights Curry’s unparalleled gravity and ability to invert spacing, which elevates the Warriors' offense even with mediocre surrounding talent. While praising Curry as a historic offensive engine, the ranking reflects durability concerns and the team's lack of top-end support, placing him below younger, healthier stars.

Topics discussed

Sponsor ads for On Plus, UnitedHealthcare, Grainger, and EpGliss Intro to player rankings and call for YouTube subscriptions Steph Curry's offensive stats and shooting efficiency analysis Warriors' roster issues and lack of top-end talent Warriors' elite offensive rating with Steph on the floor Steph's gravity, legacy, and comparison to other stars Sponsor ads for On Nicotine, Botox, and U Beauty Fan loyalty, Steph vs LeBron, and offensive engine debate How Steph's shooting threat creates defensive chaos Inverting spacing and Draymond Green's role in the system Steph's knee injury and its impact on his ranking Warriors' future, trade hopes, and final ranking justification Outro and sponsor ads for On Plus, U Beauty, and podcasts
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