Stephen Curry Triumphs in All-Star Duel with Damian Lillard, Joins Legends with Historic Performance

In a thrilling showdown, Stephen Curry outperformed Damian Lillard to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 125-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday. Curry scored an impressive 38 points, marking his fourth consecutive game with 30 or more points and extending the Warriors’ win streak to two games.

Curry’s Record-Breaking Performance

Stephen Curry delivered another sensational performance, scoring in double digits in three of the four quarters. This game not only added to his stellar season but also helped him secure a historic achievement. At the age of 36, Curry joined an elite group of NBA legends—LeBron James, Michael Jordan, and Karl Malone—by becoming one of the few players to record four consecutive 30-point games.

Steph vs. Lillard: A Fierce All-Star Battle

The battle between Curry and Damian Lillard was intense, as both players scored 38 points each. Curry made a strong start with 11 points and three 3-pointers in the first quarter, while Lillard responded with his own remarkable performance. Both superstars continued to impress with double-figure scores in the third quarter.

Curry’s All-Around Impact

In addition to his scoring, Curry contributed six rebounds and four assists, shooting 12-24 from the field and 6-16 from beyond the arc. His performance was supported by Jimmy Butler, who, in just his second game for the Warriors, tallied 20 points, nine rebounds, six assists, and four steals. Butler’s presence was felt on both ends of the floor, and he also set a new franchise record for free throws attempted, with 28 in his first two games.

Curry Breaks Franchise Records

This win also marked a milestone for Curry, who became the first player in Warriors history to play 1,000 regular-season games. Furthermore, Curry extended his impressive shooting streak, hitting 6 or more 3-pointers in four consecutive games, tying the NBA record for the most such streaks in a career. This latest 30-point streak is Curry’s longest since December 2021, the same season he led the Warriors to their fourth NBA Championship and won his fourth NBA MVP award.

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