Stephen Curry: The Scoring Machine
The 2020-21 NBA season saw Stephen Curry cement his legacy as one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. With an average of 32.0 points per game, Curry led the league in scoring, showcasing his exceptional scoring prowess and cementing his place among the all-time greats.
Curry's best performance of the season came on January 3, 2021, when he scored an impressive 62 points against the Portland Trail Blazers. This performance was one of three 50-point games for Curry during the season, with the others coming against the Dallas Mavericks and the Denver Nuggets. Curry's ability to consistently score 40 or more points in 11 games and at least 30 points in 38 games is a testament to his scoring prowess.
Curry's most productive month was April, where he averaged an impressive 37.3 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game with a shooting line of .518/.466/.908. This included a 10-game streak of scoring at least 30 points, showcasing his ability to maintain a high level of scoring consistency.
February was another strong month for Curry, with an average of 32.1 points, 6.8 assists, and 5.4 rebounds per game while shooting 41.9 percent from 3-point range across 14 outings. Curry's ability to score, assist, and rebound at a high level throughout the season is a testament to his all-around skills.
Despite leading the NBA in scoring, Curry's Golden State Warriors missed the playoffs, finishing with a 39-33 record in the shortened regular season. Curry's individual success, however, was recognized with a third-place finish in the MVP voting, an All-Star selection, and a spot on the All-NBA 1st Team.
Curry's impact on the court goes beyond his scoring ability. He averaged 5.8 assists, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game while shooting 42.1 percent from 3-point range, showcasing his ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game.
