The Evolution of Paul George Paul George is one of the most dynamic two way players the NBA has ever seen. The way in which he controls the pace of the game on both ends is just simply amazing. The number thirteen, small forward has established himself, not only as the leader of the Pacers, but also as one of the best NBA players currently playing (espn). Paul George’s pre-NBA career, NBA career, and his stats and accolades are what make his game outstanding. Paul George’s pre-NBA career is what shaped his game into what it is today. Born May 2nd, 1990 in Palmdale, California (ibid), Paul George was a child to Paul George Sr. and Paulette George (Wikipedia). Despite Paul’s favorite player being Kobe Bryant, his favorite team was the Los Angeles Clippers (ibid). As a senior in high school he led Knight High School to the Golden League Championship (ibid). He eventually committed to Fresno State where he would play two years
This season he averages 23.4 points, 4.1 assist, and 7.1 rebounds, on 41% field goal percentage (ibid). He also scored his career high 48 points in a game against the Utah Jazz (ibid). Paul was named the most improved player in 2013, and has been voted into 3 All-star games (ibid). In this year’s All-star game he broke the record for most three pointers with nine, and scored 41 points tying him for second in points in a single All-star game (ibid). His highlight reel dunks also allowed him to take part in the 2012 and 2014 Slam Dunk Contest (Wikipedia). It is amazing to think that George’s stats will only get better as his game develops. These are some of the reasons why Paul George is becoming one of the best two way players in the game. His pre-NBA career, NBA career, and stats and accolades prove that the three time All-star is constantly improving. Paul George may just go down as the best Indiana Pacer to ever play the game.
His team is winning, and he’s the main reason why. It’s not that Kyrie hasn’t been great, but he obviously isn’t the main reason why Cleveland is winning, and to be fair, the Cavs have been a little disappointing in their championship defense. Another overlooked player is Paul Millsap. Although Jimmy Butler and Giannis Antetokounmpo have been better statistically speaking, Millsap has been solid and the Hawks have a winning record. R Bholat (): Every upcoming All-Star weekend gives us a few snubs about the big mid-season game that gets fans all over the world ranting to anyone who will listen.
Michael Jordans talent is so amazing. “Maybe this guy is God disguised”, former Boston Celtic Larry Bird said about Jordans talent. This really shows how people viewed his talent and liked the way he played the game of basketball. Michael Jordans talent is so amazing , he’s so incredible and beyond unreal. The things he did and accomplished in the basketball league shows his true talent. In 1984, at 21 years of age, Jordan made the United States Olympic Games basketball team under coach Bobby Knight. Averaging a remarkable seventeen points a game, Jordan led the team to a gold medal in eight straight wins! The Olympic win brought Jordan to high visibility in basketball circles and made him a household name in America. Jordan continued soaring new heights , even when he fractured his ankle early in the 1...
Pete Maravich was one of the greatest basketball players of all time. His spectacular moves and awesome footwork helped him to get better everyday. His incredible passes and being able to control the court caused his teammates to like him even more. “His playground moves, circus shots, and hotdog passes were considered outrageous during his era” (NBA Encyclopedia Playoff Edition). His love for basketball was instilled by his father Peter “Press” Maravich.
Everybody had high expectations about him, they were seeing in him a new leader, a new beginning for the Pistons. He didn’t prove anybody wrong. He started at the 1995 all-star game after becoming the first rookie ever to lead all players in fan voting. Along with Jason Kidd of the Dallas Mavericks, were co-voted as the Rookie Players of the Year. In the next four seasons, he started in all all-star games and averaged 23.2 Points Per Game, 7.6 Rebounds Per Game and 6.7 Assist Per Game.
	Stephon Marbury is a basketball phenomenon. Mr. Marbury has been known by the basketball world at the young age of eleven. Many pressures and confrontations have encountered Mr. Marbury throught his entire basketball career. These began when he was a young child and they still accompany him.
Reggie Miller has proven himself to be not only one of the best Pacer’s of all time, but one of the best shooters in the history of the National Basketball Association. Miller played in the NBA for eighteen seasons. He is also arguably the best player to ever play on the Indiana Pacers. Miller is easily one of the greatest and purest shooters to ever play the game. Reggie Miller is undeniably one of the most dominant players to ever play, due to his uncanny ability to dismantle the confidence of any player that he has ever faced, his ability to hit shots under pressure, and his loyalty to his franchise.
Kevin Wayne Durant was born on September 29, 1988. He was born and raised in in the great city of Washington D.C which I think he should go and play for the Washington Wizards. He was born in Suitland, Maryland just outside of the nation's capital. He was one of four children of Wanda and Wayne Pratt. Kevin grew up loving sports very much also his brothers and sister Brianna, Rayvonne, and Anthony. His grandma always told him that is height was a blessing. He got picked on a lot for always being the tallest person in the class. His mom always asked if he could be at the end of the line so he wouldn’t stand out as much. His dad left before Durant’s first
He led in rebounding with 10.4 rebounding. Larry Bird had 24.3 points per game (21,791 points in total), Had 6.3 assists per game (5,695 assists in total), and got at least 10 rebounds per game (8,974 rebounds in total). Larry Bird won the rookie of the year award his first year in 1980. He won the NBA All Star award twelve out of his thirteen years in the NBA and NBA's Most Valuable Player three out of the thirteen years in the NBA. Lastly, he won the NBA finals Most Valuable Player two out of the thirteen years in his NBA career. (Larry Bird
Before Shaq was a Bigman for the NBA, he played Bigman for high school and college. In high school, he was 6’9 and in college he was 7’1 so he was dominant in high school and college as well as the NBA. He went to high school at obi wan kanobi High School in San Antonio, California, he would play pickup basketball sometimes and in his one on one record he went undefeated
...0 Greatest Player In NBA History.Julius Erving who is also one of the Legends in the NBA history has called him the greatest basketball player of all time.
Colin Robertson again says that Kobe Bryant used to practice for hours and hours in a day. Bryant pushed himself to make at least 400 shots every practice and he also managed to fit in intense four-hour work outs on top that. On top of a heavily loaded schedule Bryant also had one of the strictest diets in the NBA. Bryant cut sugar out of his diet and he would eat a balanced diet of meats, fruits and he also filled the gaps between his meals with smaller snack/meal items. Also, a man named Rob, who happens to be a famous athletic trainer, got a chance to experience a day with Kobe Bryant while he was getting prepared for the Olympics. Rob says that he met Bryant at the facility at
Michael Jordan played for the Chicago Bulls from 1984 to 1998 winning six NBA championships from 1991-1993 and 1996-1998. He was also awarded the Most Valuable
First, we will celebrate LeBron James’s accomplishments in the NBA. There are over 400 players in the NBA. These players are on the battlefield, fighting day after day because they all know only one can become the Most Valuable Player. LeBron James rose above all, claiming the MVP award, not 1, not 2, not 3, but 4 times. Not only is LeBron James an MVP, but he is also a 13-time All-Star player. LeBron James garnered enough votes from the fans, the players, and the media to become an All-Star like a presidential candidate getting enough votes from the voters to become the President.
Michael Jordan was born on February 17, 1963 in Brooklyn, New York. Jordan's family moved to moved to Wilmington, North Carolina while he was young along with his three siblings. He attended Ogden Elementary School, and later Trask Junior High School. Jordan attended Emsley A. Laney High School, where he anchored his athletic career by playing baseball, football, and basketball ("Michael Jordan" Wikipedia). When jordan was twelve, he played with his local baseball team called the Babe Ruth All-stars. Jordan helped his team win there championship (Mattern 79). As A freshman at Laney, Jordan was cut from the varsity team and was reduced to playin junior varsity. His sophmore year he was cut from the varsity team once again, but this time, his best friend Leroy Smith, made the team. When Michael found out he did not make the team, he said:
Most people probably know who the greatest was but there have been many more amazing Shooting Guards to come through the NBA. At the 5th best Shooting Guard of all time is Allen Iverson. Allen Iverson played for the Philadelphia 76ers, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, and Memphis Grizzlies. He was an MVP, 11 time All-Star, 7 time All NBA selection 4 time NBA scoring champion and Rookie of the Year. He never won a Championship mostly because he didn’t have any supporting talent. He had great handles and could break down the defense and take those tough shots and makes them most of the time. At number four is Dwyane Wade. He’s played for the Miami Heat since 2003 and this season he’s signed with the Chicago Bulls. Finals MVP, 11 time All-Star, 8 time All NBA selections. 3 time All Defensive selections, NBA scoring champion, and won 3 titles. When he was in his prime he could control both ends of the floor with his lock down defense and taking it to the rim. Number 3 is Jerry West who played for the Los Angeles Lakers from 1960-1974. He won a Finals MVP, 14 time All Star, 12 time All NBA selection, 5 time All Defense, Hall of Famer and a NBA Champion. He was known for his legendary performances in the Finals and had many Clutch moments. The 2nd best Shooting Guard of all time is of course Kobe. He played for the Lakers from 1996 until he retired in 2016. He was an MVP, 2 time Finals MVP, 17 time All-Star, 15 time All NBA Selection, 2 time