It’s likely that Steph Curry spent a considerable amount of time with LeBron James during the Olympics, as it seems he wasn’t just playing alongside the King but also closely studying his moves.

In the preseason showdown between the Warriors and Lakers, Curry left LeBron nearly frozen with a spectacular play in the second half. He blew past LeBron and soared toward the rim for a near-dunk, and the moment quickly went viral on social media.

En epic moment between two superstars

Even though LeBron James quickly found his rhythm again and played it cool, moments of distraction are rare for him. It seems LeBron was caught napping for just an instant, and while he didn’t show it, it likely took him a moment to shake off the impact of that play.

The Warriors bench jumped to their feet in excitement at the sight of the play, while Steph merely flashed a smile, keeping his celebration subdued. After all, LeBron is still LeBron, and he was his teammate during one of the most unforgettable moments of the summer when they clinched the gold medal together.

Fans anticipate a stellar season for Curry

And yes, Steph Curry made LeBron James look like a rookie, sending social media into a frenzy with comments claiming that Steph really “ate him up.” Fans are buzzing with confidence that this season is poised to be a fantastic one for Curry.

Curry wrapped up the game with 16 points, 5 rebounds, and assists, plus one steal, shooting 6/18 from the field and 3/11 from three-point range in 27 minutes of action