The SHOT by Kyrie Irving. The best shooting scene of the 21st century. Second place is Ray Allen's Clutch in 2013
Aug 24, 2025
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The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors were tied 89-89. We have 54 seconds left in the fourth quarter.
However, a moment that can determine all fate in 54 seconds.
Cleveland 1 option was not LeBron James. Kyrie Irving dribbles slowly with Stephen Curry in front. After that, he threw a three-point side step back shot that stole Curry's timing.
It was sucked into the rim, and Cleveland eventually won the championship.
It was the moment when Irving's true face, who is considered the best technician at 21 years old, was revealed.
This scene was selected as the best shot by the 21-year-old.
CBS Sports, a U.S. sports media outlet, praised Kyrie Irving's shot as one of the most legendary scenes that will remain in NBA history in an article titled `Top 25 of the best shots in 25 years since 2000' on the 24th (Korea time).
The runner-up came in the 2012-2013 season. The main character was Miami Heat ace shooter Ray Allen. At that time, Miami was inferior to the final with two wins and three losses. In addition, it was 92-95, three points behind. The time left is 5.2 seconds.
Miami, which grabbed the offensive rebound, connected to Allen of the corner. As soon as Allen took the step, he soared over San Antonio Tony Parker's defense and hit a decisive three-point game.
In the end, Miami beat San Antonio this season to become the final winner.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.