Dominique Wilkins thinks Boston Celtics alum Larry Bird is as good a shot as Stephen Curry

Story byJustin Quinn, Celtics WireSun, December 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM UTC·1 min readDominique Wilkins thinks his former Boston Celtics alum Larry Bird is as good a shot as Stephen Curry. In most cases, we would raise our eyebrows when it comes to making claims about being on par with the future Hall of Fame Golden State Warriors guard, Curry rightfully seen as the best -- or at worst, second-best- shot from beyond the arc in the history of the NBA. But the Hick From French Lick was a devastating shot from deep as long as there have been them, obliterating his foes in the first 3-point contests in All-Star history, and crushing souls with his jumper throughout his whole career. So we should probably take 'Nique seriously when he says Larry Legend is right up there with Steph from 3. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe folks behind the "Basketball Network" YouTube channel put together a clip of the Wilkins interview in question.