Warriors' Steph Curry makes basketball history never done in NBA for his position
Father Time remains undefeated, but Stephen Curry is certainly giving him a run for his money. On a Saturday night that saw the Golden State Warriors scrape by the Phoenix Suns in a 119-116 thriller, the 37-year-old superstar didn't just secure a crucial victory; he etched his name into a specific, gritty chapter of NBA history reserved for those with unprecedented longevity.
Curry finished the evening with 28 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists, shooting 9-of-19 from the field and 4-of-11 from beyond the arc. While the scoring output is standard fare for the two-time MVP, the rebounding effort propelled him into uncharted territory. With this performance, Curry became the oldest point guard in NBA history to record at least 25 points and 10 rebounds in a single game, a feat that highlights his enduring physicality in a league getting younger and faster.
This record is particularly telling because of the historical constraints of the point guard position. Legends like John Stockton, Steve Nash, and Jason Kidd redefined the role, but even they did not produce this combination of elite scoring and rebounding output this deep into their careers. Typically, lead guards—especially those under 6-foot-3—see a sharp decline in rebounding and durability as they approach their late 30s. They are tasked with perimeter containment and playmaking, rarely mixing it up in the paint against opposing centers. Yet, Curry defied these positional norms, pulling down eight defensive boards and two on the offensive glass.
The milestone underscores a critical evolution in Curry’s game. No longer viewed solely as the greatest shooter ever, he has morphed into a complete guard who leverages his high basketball IQ and conditioning to impact winning in every facet. In a season where the Warriors have struggled to find consistency, currently sitting at 14-15, Curry’s ability to expand his responsibilities is not just impressive—it is essential for Golden State's playoff hopes.
While the headlines often focus on his three-point records, this latest accolade speaks to his endurance. Most guards his age are transitioning to mentorship roles or playing limited minutes. Curry, conversely, is still carrying the load, crashing the glass, and doing things that, quite literally, have never been done by a playmaker his age.
Curry finished the evening with 28 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists, shooting 9-of-19 from the field and 4-of-11 from beyond the arc. While the scoring output is standard fare for the two-time MVP, the rebounding effort propelled him into uncharted territory. With this performance, Curry became the oldest point guard in NBA history to record at least 25 points and 10 rebounds in a single game, a feat that highlights his enduring physicality in a league getting younger and faster.
This record is particularly telling because of the historical constraints of the point guard position. Legends like John Stockton, Steve Nash, and Jason Kidd redefined the role, but even they did not produce this combination of elite scoring and rebounding output this deep into their careers. Typically, lead guards—especially those under 6-foot-3—see a sharp decline in rebounding and durability as they approach their late 30s. They are tasked with perimeter containment and playmaking, rarely mixing it up in the paint against opposing centers. Yet, Curry defied these positional norms, pulling down eight defensive boards and two on the offensive glass.
The milestone underscores a critical evolution in Curry’s game. No longer viewed solely as the greatest shooter ever, he has morphed into a complete guard who leverages his high basketball IQ and conditioning to impact winning in every facet. In a season where the Warriors have struggled to find consistency, currently sitting at 14-15, Curry’s ability to expand his responsibilities is not just impressive—it is essential for Golden State's playoff hopes.
While the headlines often focus on his three-point records, this latest accolade speaks to his endurance. Most guards his age are transitioning to mentorship roles or playing limited minutes. Curry, conversely, is still carrying the load, crashing the glass, and doing things that, quite literally, have never been done by a playmaker his age.
