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Despite LeBron James soon turning 41 and Stephen Curry now 37, they remain two of the most influential and popular players in basketball, consistently performing at an elite level year after year.
Curry has the Golden State Warriors sitting at 4-3 overall and continues to play exceptional basketball, while James has yet to appear this season as he recovers from a sciatic issue that flared up before the start of the season. When he does return, he will become the longest-tenured player in NBA history, marking his 23rd active season.
Off the court, James made headlines on Monday when he announced that Curry will be this week’s special guest on his and co-host Steve Nash’s "Mind the Game" podcast.
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The show dives deep into basketball from storytelling to the X’s and O’s of the game — and while Nash and James are two of the highest-IQ players in history, Curry promises a fascinating conversation with his unique perspective as the greatest shooter in NBA history.
In a brief clip posted by Mind the Game’s social media team, James said: “You know, just certain players in our league—over the course of the history of the game, no matter what you do—they still have an advantage. And that’s what makes [Steph Curry] great.”
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Fans reacted to the announcement:
"HOLY AURA," a fan said.
Someone else added: "3 of the greatest offensive players to ever do it."
Another person wrote: "it’s so funny how both fanbases hate each other meanwhile these two are actually good friends."
"This is gonna be an epic episode," one more fan commented.
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James and Curry have had countless battles over the years, from four NBA Finals matchups during James’ time with the Cleveland Cavaliers to several instant classics since he joined the Lakers.
Yet off the court, the two have always maintained a strong relationship and mutual respect, which was evident when they shared the floor for the first time at the Paris Olympics, teaming up to help Team USA claim gold.
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