In a stunning revelation that has sent shockwaves through the basketball world, Alex Caruso, the Oklahoma City Thunder’s defensive maestro, has peeled back the curtain on what makes Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry such a nightmare to defend. Fresh off leading the Thunder to a triumphant 2025 NBA Championship against the Indiana Pacers, the 31-year-old Caruso sat down with Dan Patrick and dropped a bombshell about Curry’s game that even seasoned NBA fans might not fully grasp.
“That’s the biggest thing that people talk about that I don’t know if regular NBA fans understand,” Caruso said with a knowing grin. “The scouting report on him is he’s most dangerous when he gives the ball up. Because even when he comes down and he gives the ball up, now, all of a sudden, they’re in movement. Him and Draymond are so connected.”
This insight into Curry’s deceptive playstyle highlights why the 37-year-old remains a force of nature in the NBA. In the 2024-25 season, Curry delivered a jaw-dropping performance, averaging 24.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.1 steals per game while shooting 44.8% from the field and 39.7% from beyond the arc in 70 games. These numbers not only cement Curry’s status as one of the league’s elite guards but also tie him with the legendary Michael Jordan for 11 All-NBA selections, as noted by StatMuse. At an age when most players slow down, Curry continues to redefine greatness with his unparalleled shooting and basketball IQ.
Caruso, meanwhile, proved his worth as one of the NBA’s premier defenders during his first season with the Thunder. Averaging 7.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and an impressive 1.6 steals per game while shooting 44.6% from the field and 35.3% from three in 54 games, Caruso’s impact went far beyond the stat sheet. His defensive tenacity and clutch performances in the 2025 NBA Finals were historic. According to NBA on ESPN, Caruso became the first player in NBA history to record two 20-point games in the Finals without having a single 20-point game in the regular season. Talk about stealing the Carushow!
Fun Fact: Steph Curry is now tied with Michael Jordan in All-NBA selections (11). pic.twitter.com/6I2paiX2SE
— StatMuse (@statmuse) May 23, 2025
Caruso’s comments about Curry reveal the intricate chess match that unfolds when facing the Warriors’ offensive juggernaut. Curry’s ability to manipulate defenses doesn’t just lie in his otherworldly shooting but in his off-ball movement and telepathic connection with Draymond Green. This dynamic duo’s synergy creates chaos, forcing defenders like Caruso to stay on high alert even when Curry doesn’t have the ball.
As the NBA continues to marvel at Curry’s brilliance and Caruso’s defensive wizardry, one thing is clear: the 2025 Finals may be over, but the battle between these two stars is a storyline that will keep fans buzzing for years to come.