NBA 2018 All Star Game: Predicting The Starters

9. West - Guard - Steph Curry

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) hangs onto the basket after a dunk during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, in Miami. James was called for a technical foul on the play. The Heat won 10
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Over the last few years, Steph Curry has cemented himself as not only one of the greatest shooters in the history of the NBA, but one of the greatest point guards and one of the greatest players to ever grace the court.

Curry has led the Golden State Warriors to three Finals appearances and two NBA Championships in the last three years, while earning himself back to back MVP awards in 2015 and 2016. No one can doubt his almost effortless skill.

Just like there were questions last season for Westbrook playing without Kevin Durant, there were questions whether the Golden State Warriors could integrate Durant into the side while maintaining their winning formula. The NBA trophy that Curry lifted at the end of last season proved that his game is so versatile that he can orchestrate such a talented team so seamlessly.

If James Harden reads this article, and I'm relatively certain that he will, he will be disappointed to find out that Curry will beat him to the starting spot in February, but sorry James, Steph actually plays defence occasionally and that is what will clinch it for him. The two-time MVP is one of the best players in the league, and starting the all star game will be no less than he deserves.

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