Which one has a higher historical status?

1. The difference between the total championship and the FMVP

‌The core status of the championship: Both have 4 championships, but James won the championship as an absolute core four times and won the FMVP, while Curry only won one FMVP in 2022. The other three FMVPs belong to teammates Iguodala and Durant in the finals: James ranked first in the five statistics in the 2016 Finals (scoring, rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks), setting the only record in history. Curry's defensive targeting and stability at critical moments often cause controversy

2. Comparison of regular season MVP and cumulative honors

‌MVP: James has 4 regular season MVPs (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013), while Curry has 2 (2015, 2016), and both MVPs have both back-to-back scored

"Career data accumulation:

James has reached the "411 Project" (40,000 points + 10,000 rebounds + 10,000 assists), and his historical scoring leader has a solid position

Curry set a single-season record with 402 three-pointers and became the historical three-pointer king, but his data is comprehensive (career average of 24.6 points + 4.7 rebounds + 6.5 assists) is lower than James (27.2 points + 7.5 rebounds + 7.3 assists)

3, Defensive Honors and All-Star Result

"Defensive Contributions : James was selected for the first team of the best defensive team for 5 times in his career, while Curry has never been selected for the best defensive team

‌All-stars and best team

‌All-stars and best team

}, Curry has 9 All-stars and 8 Best Team(4 Times)

4. Influence and technological revolution

‌Tactical changes‌: Curry redefined the game space with his historical three-point shooting and promoted the development of the "small ball era". His no-ball threat and efficiency have innovated the offensive system

‌Almighty benchmark: James became synonymous with his cross-eracial physical fitness and continuous evolution ability (from strong inside attack to developing three-pointers), and his career length and stability Qualitative is regarded as a model of professional players

5. Comprehensive evaluation of historical status

‌Traditional evaluation system‌: With a richer number of MVP/FMVPs, data accumulation and comprehensive offense and defense, James has firmly ranked among the top five in history (or even the top two) in the mainstream media rankings; Curry is often ranked 10-15th in history due to FMVP shortcomings and lack of defensive honors

Future variables‌: If Curry wins FMVP or championship again, the gap may be narrowed; and if James reaches "50,000 points", he will further consolidate his legendary status

In summary, James's honor thickness and all-roundness have an advantage in traditional evaluation, while Curry has opened up a new era of basketball narrative with technological revolution