Louie Dampier essentially was the father of the American 3-pointer. He made some very long 2s during his storied career at UK, then joined the AP in its innovative -- and, as I recall, longer -- 3-point line and quickly became a weapon. But as good as he was, he only shot about 36% for his career and at his peak averaged 7 per game. His Kentucky Colonels running mate at guard, Darel Carrier (CQ on the spelling), led the league in the ABA's first three years, shooting just more than 37% but averaging only 4.5 per game. Today's stars shoot that many in about 4.5 minutes. Curry was incredible and is the best I've ever seen. Coming for his glory: Reed Shepherd.
Great piece as always. As an aside for those who may not know: driving 110 mph on the Autobahn was not reckless; at that speed you are likely to get passed often. What a tragedy that was!
Louie Dampier essentially was the father of the American 3-pointer. He made some very long 2s during his storied career at UK, then joined the AP in its innovative -- and, as I recall, longer -- 3-point line and quickly became a weapon. But as good as he was, he only shot about 36% for his career and at his peak averaged 7 per game. His Kentucky Colonels running mate at guard, Darel Carrier (CQ on the spelling), led the league in the ABA's first three years, shooting just more than 37% but averaging only 4.5 per game. Today's stars shoot that many in about 4.5 minutes. Curry was incredible and is the best I've ever seen. Coming for his glory: Reed Shepherd.
Great piece as always. As an aside for those who may not know: driving 110 mph on the Autobahn was not reckless; at that speed you are likely to get passed often. What a tragedy that was!