Oklahoma City Thunder

Steph Curry reveals why he shot from 38 feet during his epic shot vs. OKC

Published Mar. 10, 2016 6:57 p.m. ET

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It is arguably his most memorable shot, which is saying something considering we're talking about Stephen Curry.

But his game-winning heave against the Oklahoma City Thunder in overtime late last month only furthered his reign as the best shooter in the game.

The game-winner. #StephGonnaSteph pic.twitter.com/a372ec2x8w
— GoldenStateWarriors (@warriors) February 28, 2016

But why did he shoot from 38 feet when he had time for at least two more dribbles? Curry's dad Dell -- an epic shooter in his own right -- explained his son's rationale to Golden State Warriors beat writer Diamond Leung.

Dell: Steph said after GSW beat OKC in OT "I pulled up bc I was so tired. There's no way I'm getting to the rim." https://t.co/sa7SPfOE5J
— Diamond Leung (@diamond83) March 10, 2016