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The End of an Era? Why We Missed LeBron vs. Steph This Season

The legendary rivalry between LeBron James and Stephen Curry has defined the NBA for over a decade. However, the 2025-26 regular season just wrapped up with a glaring void: despite the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors meeting four times, the two icons never actually shared the floor.
April 10, 2026 by
Ahmad Raza

A One-Sided Season Series (Without the Main Attraction)

In their final regular-season clash on Thursday, April 9, the Lakers cruised to a 119-103 victory. While LeBron was busy turning back the clock with an effortless 26 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds, Curry was a spectator on the bench, sidelined for "right knee management."

The Lakers took the season series 3-1, but for purists, those wins feel incomplete. Since the first meeting back in October, injuries and rest schedules have played spoiler:

  • Early Season: LeBron was sidelined with sciatica.

  • Late Season: Curry missed the final three matchups due to a nagging knee injury.

LeBron’s Reaction: "We Didn't Even Realize"

Following Thursday's win, LeBron admitted to the media that the lack of a "Steph vs. Bron" moment hadn't even registered until someone pointed it out mid-game.

"We actually talked about it a little bit," James said. "We both didn't even realize it until today... It’s always a pleasure and an honor just to be in his presence."

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