Brian Windhorst, the ESPN analyst, recently shared his thoughts on the ongoing debate between LeBron James’ Space Jam sequel and Stephen Curry’s animated film GOAT. Speaking on the Hoop Collective podcast, Windhorst clearly favored Curry’s project after watching it with his son’s basketball team.
This comparison sparked conversation among NBA fans as Windhorst openly praised Curry’s movie over the widely discussed Space Jam: A New Legacy.
Windhorst’s Endorsement of GOAT Highlights Curry’s Creative Role
During the podcast, Windhorst said,
“I went with my son’s basketball team to see the GOAT movie last weekend: Steph Curry’s movie. I don’t know.”
He continued,
“He’s the executive producer, but I don’t know if it’s his movie, but it’s awesome. … Listen, like with all due respect to Space Jam 2. GOAT is ‘The GOAT’. That’s all I’m going to say.”
By emphasizing the quality of GOAT, Windhorst positioned Curry’s animated film as superior entertainment, while respectfully acknowledging LeBron James’ starring role in Space Jam 2. This remark has revived the friendly yet competitive dynamic between the two NBA superstars.
Overview of Stephen Curry’s Animated Film GOAT
GOAT follows the story of a young goat named Will who aspires to succeed in a fictional sport called roarball. Stephen Curry voices the character Lenny Williamson and also acts as an executive producer through his company, Unanimous Media.
The film features a notable voice cast, including Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Nick Kroll, and David Harbour. GOAT fits within Curry’s expanding entertainment ventures, which emphasize family-oriented storytelling and sports themes.
Unanimous Media previously produced Curry’s acclaimed documentary Underrated, highlighting his early basketball journey and earning strong praise on streaming platforms. Windhorst’s praise adds further attention to GOAT as Curry continues to grow his influence beyond the basketball court.
The Continuing Rivalry and Broader NBA Connections
The comparison between GOAT and Space Jam 2 also ties into larger conversations in the NBA community. For example, Kyrie Irving’s recent endorsement pitch aimed at recruiting Curry to ANTA has attracted significant attention, while Kevin Durant has expressed difficulty choosing between Curry and Russell Westbrook as his best teammate. Additionally, Curry looks forward to competing in a star-studded NBA 3-Point Contest alongside Kevin Durant and Damian Lillard in 2027.
This ongoing rivalry highlights the broader impact both LeBron James and Stephen Curry have on sports, entertainment, and branding.
