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Why Jimmy Butler says Steph Curry one of five toughest ever to guard

Miami Heat shooting guard/small forward Jimmy Butler is a very good defender.

The four-time All-Star also is a four-time All-Defensive Second Team selection. But there are certain guys who give him trouble and are tough to stop.

In a recent Players' Tribune article, Butler revealed the five toughest players he's ever had to guard.

The list -- LeBron James, Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry and James Harden. Here's what Butler said about the Warriors' superstar:

Steph is a generational talent in that he can legit shoot the ball from anywhere on the court.