Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has endorsed former coach Mark Jackson's controversial assertion that Stephen Curry "ruined basketball" by popularizing the three-point shot and changing how the game is played at every level.
The discussion stems from Jackson's recent comments criticizing Curry's influence on modern basketball strategy, arguing that the emphasis on long-range shooting has diminished other aspects of the game. Green, Curry's longtime teammate, agreed with Jackson's perspective during a media appearance, stating Jackson had "never been more right."
Curry, widely regarded as the greatest shooter in NBA history, has transformed offensive philosophy since his MVP seasons in 2015 and 2016. The Warriors' championship runs built around perimeter spacing and ball movement have been emulated across the league and in youth basketball worldwide.
The Warriors visited the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center on November 18, 2025, with Curry wearing No. 30 and Green No. 23.
