Sophie Cunningham excludes Caitlin Clark from her list of top shooters

Sophie Cunningham recently revealed her Mount Rushmore of shooters, a list that surprisingly did not include her teammate Caitlin Clark. The Indiana Fever guard participated in an event with Hard Rock Bet where she was asked to name the best shooters in basketball history. Cunningham’s selections included some of the most iconic names in basketball, starting with none other than Steph Curry.

Curry, a player who needs no introduction, is widely regarded as the greatest shooter of all time. His ability to maintain a 42-43% 3-point shooting percentage while taking difficult, off-the-dribble shots is unmatched. Additionally, Curry boasts the highest free-throw percentage in NBA history, further solidifying his status as an elite shooter. It comes as no surprise that Curry was an instant selection for Cunningham’s Mount Rushmore.

Another player that made Cunningham’s list is Kayla McBride, a player who may not be as well-known to the general public. However, Cunningham vouches for McBride’s pure shooting ability, highlighting her consistency in shooting from deep, often hovering around 40% in the WNBA seasons. McBride’s proficiency in free-throw shooting further reinforces her reputation as a top-tier shooter in the league.

Ray Allen, a former NBA player, also made Cunningham’s list of top shooters. The Indiana Fever guard expressed her admiration for Allen, highlighting his impressive career accomplishments. Throughout his 18 seasons in the NBA, Allen was a 10-time All-Star, two-time NBA champion, and held the record for most career 3-pointers made before being surpassed by Curry. Allen’s career 40% 3-point shooting percentage solidifies his place as one of the greatest shooters in basketball history.

When it comes to women’s basketball, Diana Taurasi is a name that stands out as a no-brainer pick for Cunningham’s Mount Rushmore of shooters. Taurasi, also known as the “White Mamba,” is the WNBA’s all-time leading scorer by a significant margin. With an impressive 10,646 regular-season points to her name, Taurasi’s scoring prowess is unmatched in the women’s game. Additionally, Taurasi holds the record for the most career three-pointers made and maintains a career free-throw average of around 87%. Her six Olympic gold medals further solidify her legacy as one of the greatest shooters in basketball history.

While Cunningham’s list did not include her teammate Caitlin Clark, it is evident that the competition for the title of the greatest shooter is fierce. With iconic names like Curry, McBride, Allen, and Taurasi making the cut, Clark will have to continue honing her skills to stake a claim among the elite shooters in basketball history. It will be interesting to see how Cunningham’s Mount Rushmore of shooters evolves in the years to come.