Stephen Curry's 40-Point Performance Against the Trail Blazers: A New Record and a Historic Milestone
Stephen Curry had a historic night on Sunday, scoring 40 points against the Portland Trail Blazers. This achievement marks another record in Curry's illustrious career, as he surpassed Michael Jordan's record for the most 40-point games after turning 30 years old.
Curry now holds an impressive 45 such games since his 30th birthday, solidifying his place as one of the greatest players in NBA history. The leaderboard for 40-point games after turning 30 years old now looks like this:
- Stephen Curry: 45
- Michael Jordan: 44
- Damian Lillard: 31
- Kobe Bryant: 30
- James Harden: 30
- Larry Bird: 27
- LeBron James: 25
- Alex English: 25
- Rick Barry: 24
- Kevin Durant: 21
- Hakeem Olajuwon: 21
This was also Curry's 75th career 40-point game, placing him ninth all-time in that category. The leaderboard for career 40-point games is led by Wilt Chamberlain with 271, followed by Michael Jordan with 173, and Kobe Bryant with 122.
Curry's performance against the Trail Blazers was a testament to his exceptional talent and consistency. It's a remarkable achievement that highlights his ability to perform at an elite level even as he ages. As Curry continues to break records and achieve milestones, he solidifies his legacy as one of the greatest players in NBA history.
