Steph Curry's Jersey Is More Popular Than LeBron's
OAKLAND (CBS SF) -- Stephen Curry has surpassed LeBron James for the most popular jersey in the NBA.
The Golden State Warriors star and league MVP topped the list of jersey sales in the NBA for the first time Tuesday. Teammate Klay Thompson ranked fifth, with Draymond Green taking the fifteenth spot on the list, the Warriors also led the team-merchandise sales list during the playoffs.
LaBron James, who held the top spot at the end of the regular season, dropped to second. Chicago's Derrick Rose is third and Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving is fourth.
After the NBA champion Warriors on the team-merchandise sales list are the Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs.
The rankings are based on overall sales on NBAStore.com from April through June.