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NBA star Stephen Curry narrowly defeats WNBA player Sabrina Ionescu in a historic cross-league 3-point shootout at the All-Star Weekend. Kenny Smith faces backlash over comments about Ionescu, sparking debate and criticism, while Curry praises Ionescu's performance under pressure.

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In a historic first, Warriors' star Stephen Curry faced off against Liberty sharpshooter Sabrina Ionescu in a head-to-head 3-point contest at the NBA All-Star Weekend. The showdown generated significant attention and excitement, with Curry ultimately emerging victorious over Ionescu. During the intense competition, Curry expressed high praise for Ionescu, acknowledging that her participation in the event had added a lot of pressure and further elevated the anticipation surrounding the contest.

Despite Ionescu's impressive skills and remarkable career achievements, such as her NCAA records as a collegiate player, Curry's experience and consistency in NBA-level competitions secured his win against the talented WNBA star. The first-ever cross-league 3-point shootout captured the audience's imagination and sparked discussions on ways to enhance future NBA All-Star festivities, potentially by allowing more athletes like Claire Clark to participate in similar competitions.

The competition also stirred controversy, with sports commentator Kenny Smith facing backlash over his comments on Ionescu's performance and approach during the contest. While Reggie Miller openly criticized Smith for his remarks, the event highlighted the growing interest and recognition of women's basketball talents on a larger stage, creating a platform for discussions around equality and opportunities for women in sports.

Overall, Stephen Curry's victory over Sabrina Ionescu marked a significant moment in NBA and WNBA history, showcasing the skills, competitiveness, and potential for future collaboration and engagement between the two leagues.

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Kenny Smith Faces Backlash Over Sabrina Ionescu Comments

Heavy - 281 days ago - Kenny "The Jet" Smith found himself in hot water during the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend for his comments on Sabrina Ionescu.

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ESPN - 281 days ago - Stephen Curry edged past WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu 29-26 in the first him-vs.-her shootout at the NBA's All-Star Weekend.

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NY Post - 282 days ago - Reggie Miller and Kenny Smith had a tense exchange when calling the one-on-one 3-point shooting competition between Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu during All-Star Saturday Night.

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The Athletic - 282 days ago - When Sabrina Ionescu went shot for shot with the king, the commentary should have reflected that. Instead, Kenny Smith missed the moment.

NBA Sportscaster Kenny Smith Blasted for ‘Women’s Line’ Comments After 3-Point Contest

Breitbart News Network - 282 days ago - NBA Sportscaster Kenny Smith is under fire for supposed sexism for comments he delivered about Steph Curry and the WNBA’s Sabrina Ionescu.

'It added a lot of pressure': Steph Curry praises Sabrina Ionescu after 3-point shootout win

YardBarker - 282 days ago - Steph Curry won his shootout against Sabrina Ionescu. The two sharpshooters took part in the first-ever NBA vs. WNBA 3-point challenge. During the contest, Ionescu scored 26 points, courtesy of 18-for-27 shooting, with some shots counting as two points. She also shot from the NBA three-point line, which is over a foot further from the basket than in the WNBA. However, Curry stepped up and secured the win with a 29-point performance. When speaking to the media during the post-contest news conference, Curry praised Ionescu's shooting ability, admitting she put him under pressure. "I saw the first rack, I think she made the first six, I believe," Curry said. "Maybe seven. I was having flashbacks of watching this summer. No matter what competition, whether it's this or the regular three-point competition, we would have both advanced to the next round. So, it added a lot of pressure for sure...That was perfect. Great entertainment. Great shooting on both sides. Awesome 70 seconds for both of us." Ionescu ended

Steph vs. Sabrina lived up to the hype at NBA All-Star Weekend

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Steph vs. Sabrina: Golden State star wins 3-point showdown

Los Angeles Times - 282 days ago - Golden State star Stephen Curry beats New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu in the first him-vs.-her event of its kind at the NBA's All-Star weekend showcase.

Curry rallies to clip Ionescu at All-Star 3-point competition

Deadspin - 282 days ago - Stephen Curry made 4 of 5 shots from the right corner to end his round and overtake Sabrina Ionescu to win 29-26 in the special 3-point competition between two prolific shooters during All-Star Saturday Night in Indianapolis.