“Somebody’s got to say it”: Stephen Curry’s father Dell Curry makes surprising comments on LeBron and Bronny James

Basketball families have shaped the NBA for decades, but a few match the influence of the Curry household. During a recent appearance on The Athletic Show, Stephen Curry and his father, Dell Curry, joined a wide conversation about careers, records, and the growing list of families with multiple NBA players.

The discussion soon turned toward another well-known name in the league, LeBron James, and his son, Bronny James.The topic began as a light exchange about career scoring numbers across NBA families. Host Marcus Thompson pointed out the point totals between the two households. That playful debate produced an unexpected answer from Dell Curry. The former sharpshooter responded with a clear stance on which basketball family holds the edge.

Stephen Curry’s father Dell Curry declares supremacy over LeBron James family

The conversation focused on the combined scoring totals of NBA families. Thompson noted that the James family still sits near the top with the combined points of LeBron and Bronny. Dell Curry responded by pointing out that the Curry household includes more contributors.Stephen Curry and his brother Seth Curry both built long NBA careers. When their father’s scoring numbers join the total, the combined points exceed the James family’s tally.

During the discussion, Thompson pushed Dell Curry to clarify whether he truly believed his family stood above the James household in basketball terms. Dell answered without hesitation.“Yes, I am … Absolutely. That’s what we are here for. Somebody’s got to say it,” Dell told Thompson.

The current totals reflect a narrow gap between the families. The combined points of LeBron and Bronny stand at 43,250. The Curry trio edges past that number with a slightly higher total of 44,620 points that includes Dell’s career contributions alongside those of Steph and Seth.

Dell Curry on his jersey retirement

Dell Curry is also preparing for a major personal milestone. The Charlotte Hornets will retire his No. 30 jersey during a ceremony scheduled for March 19 when the team hosts the Orlando Magic.His achievements include the 1993 94 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award and several franchise records in scoring and three-point shooting during his tenure in Charlotte.Reflecting on the upcoming ceremony, Curry shared a message about the city that became home during his career.“I was blessed to join an organization that believed in me, play alongside teammates who would become life-long friends and compete in front of the most passionate fans in the NBA. I’m proud to continue being part of the Hornets organization and this community today,” said Curry. “Charlotte shaped so many meaningful moments in my life, and I’m humbled by this recognition,” he added.The jersey retirement will place Curry among the select few players honored in Hornets history. His number will remain in the arena rafters.