Shakur Stevenson on Boxing, Basketball Skills, and Future Fights

Shakur Stevenson's Basketball Prowess

• 🏀 Shakur Stevenson claims he can shoot like Steph Curry and challenges Jeff Teague to a 1v1 basketball game.
• 💡 He believes he and Terence "Bud" Crawford are the best boxers who can hoop.

Predictions for Crawford vs. Canelo

• 🥊 Stevenson predicts Bud Crawford will take over the fight midway through against Canelo Alvarez.
• 💰 However, he acknowledges Canelo's size advantage and undefeated record, making him a betting favorite.
• 📈 He hopes Crawford wins but would bet on Canelo due to the size difference.

Boxing Matchmaking and Callouts

• 🗣️ Stevenson expresses willingness to fight Tank Davis, stating it's what the streets want.
• ⚠️ He believes many fighters are scared of him and have turned down fights, mentioning Pitbull and Frank Martin.
• 🥊 He also discusses the potential fight with Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney, noting Haney's integrity in not speaking negatively after his loss.

Training and Preparation

• 훈련 Shakur Stevenson emphasizes getting away and grinding during training camp to avoid doubts.
• ⚔️ He highlights the importance of sparring with opponents who mimic his actual fight opponents to be fully prepared.
• 🏃 He discusses his running regimen, typically 3-8 miles, with longer runs closer to a fight.

Boxing's Energy and Integrity

• ⚡ Stevenson believes the Crawford-Canelo fight could bring back energy to boxing, combating the perception of "ducking."
• 💯 He emphasizes his own integrity, choosing not to speak negatively about opponents and respecting those who put it all on the line.
• ⚖️ He feels there's a bias against certain fighters, especially when comparing reactions to different fighters' performances.