He's not. Nobody is. Curry gave Thompson, who is already probably the best defender in the league not named Victor Wembanyama, a quick reality check with 31 points on 12-of-19 shooting in Game 1. He had 36 in Game 3 with Houston's entire defense chasing him in the absence of Jimmy Butler .

Thompson's defense on Stephen Curry has been huge as Curry is obviously one of the most dynamic players in not only this series, but the entire league. Keeping him quiet during the first half of Game 5 is a big reason why the Rockets have such a big lead right now.

Basketball has a funny way of bringing things full circle. Just ask Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry. Not too long ago, he was giving pointers and running drills with young talents like Amen Thompson and Jalen Green during one of his offseason training camps.