When it comes to making clutch shots, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is regarded as one of the greatest to have ever played in the NBA. But Damian Lillard, the standout player for the Milwaukee Bucks, is superior to Shaquille O’Neal.
In his fifteen years with the Warriors, the Baby-Faced Assassin has made 47 percent of his field goals, 42 percent of his attempts from beyond the arc, and 91 percent of his free throws. In comparison, across his 12 years in the NBA, the Bucks’ All-Star point guard has made 43% of his field goals, 37% of his three-pointers, and 89% of his free throws.
While the stats tell one story, there’s something more than meets the eye when it comes to who’s the better clutch player – Curry or Lillard? As it stands, O’Neal has an interesting take on the latter.
Shaquille O’Neal Picks Milwaukee Bucks’ Damian Lillard Over Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry as the Better Clutch Player
O’Neal claims that a number of people have asked him to pass the ball to someone when the game is close. The Los Angeles Lakers veteran acknowledged that he loves and respects the two point guards, despite his reluctance to respond to the issue.
Nevertheless, O’Neal stated Curry is the superior shooter while Lillard is more clutch when the game calls for it. He clarifies that the Bucks point guard performs best with his style of play, whereas the former is more effective when the Warriors star is moving.
O’Neal concluded that Lillard would probably work better with him than Curry. Interestingly enough, the center’s style is similar to Giannis Antetokounmpo when he smashes defenses on his way to the rim. In any case, this vote of confidence from Shaq himself will go a long way for Dame.
