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Lillard Already Recruiting Legendary Shooters to Join Him in Next Year’s NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest
Stephen Curry confirmed his return to the 2027 NBA Three-Point Contest in Phoenix after Damian Lillard's invitation, aiming to compete against multiple champions and record holders.
- Updated Feb. 16, 2026, Stephen Curry confirmed in an Instagram direct message and on NBC that he will compete in the 2027 NBA All-Star Weekend 3-Point Contest in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Damian Lillard's 2026 victory, achieved while recovering from a torn Achilles, tied the three-time contest record with a 29-point final round and sparked recruitment for 2027.
- Lillard proposed a 2027 field including Curry, Klay Thompson, and '4 more real shooters' in his Instagram story, and Curry replied he'll compete and try to get Klay.
- Curry's return has generated anticipation that Phoenix could host a star-studded shooting showcase and help revive All-Star Saturday, signaling a late-career legacy push.
- Historically, the contest has never seen a field with multiple past champions, record holders, and generational shooters, making 2027's event potentially unprecedented.
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Steph Curry, Damian Lillard commit to 2027 3-Point shooting contest
After an Instagram message was posted between Damian Lillard and Steph Curry, the Golden State Warriors and Portalnd Trailblazers stars commit to play in the 2027 NBA Three-Point contest at NBA All-Star Weekend.
·New York, United States
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Steph Curry And Damian Lillard Are Forming The Avengers (Shooters Edition) For Next Year's 3-Point Contest
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·New York, United States
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