[Introduction] The topic of “who is the number one shooting guard” has continued from the summer offseason to the beginning of the new season.
When Kobe returned, ESPN invited 5 experts to ask them to answer questions about who is better between Kobe and Martin and who has a better career between Harden and Wade.
On December 12th, , the topic of “who is the number one shooting guard” continued from the summer offseason to the beginning of the new season.
And today ESPN invited 5 experts, asked them to compare Kobe, Wade, Harden and Martin, and then say the best in their minds.
Question: Who is better, Kobe or Martin?
Dubin: Kobe.
On the basketball court, Martin’s efficiency is not enough to overshadow Bryant’s influence in other areas.
Kobe was a better rebounder and passer, and he was able to attract more defensive attention.
Al Hassan: I have always had low confidence in Kobe’s ability to return to the state he was before the Achilles tendon injury.
If we are comparing the current Kobe and Martin, then I will choose Martin.
He’s healthy now, averaging 23 points per game, shooting 43 percent from 3-point range, and shooting 93 percent from the free throw line on 6.6 attempts per game.
Meanwhile, Bryant still has a long way to go before returning to his best form.
Lynch: Martin.
At this moment, I choose Martin.
I don’t know how high Kobe can reach after returning from injury, and he has every chance to prove my answer wrong.
But this season Martin returned to his most familiar Ashi offensive system.
With this complementarity and stability, Martin is now better than Kobe.
Rob: Martin.
I think a healthy Kobe is definitely better than Kevin Martin, even at his current age, but the condition of his Achilles tends to create a huge question mark.
You don’t know how much that will limit his game as the season goes on.
While Martin doesn’t play much defense in his game, you should know his offense and his shooting.
Strauss: Martin.
In yesterday’s Lakers game against the Suns, Kobe’s offensive performance was impressive, especially for a player who just returned from a serious Achilles injury, but I don’t think he will be better than a healthy Kevin.
-Martin is even better.
Although defense has always been a weakness for Martin, Martin has become a super-efficient scorer with his three-pointers and diving skills.
Question: Comparing Harden and Wade, who has a better career?
Dubin: Wade.
When Harden retires, his influence on the offensive end may reach or even surpass Wade.
But Wade was once a very good defender, which Harden will never be able to match.
Al Hassan: Harden will definitely be able to play more efficient data, and may even score more points, but it is difficult for him to reach Wade’s historical status. For now, three championship trophies and one finals MVP are
biggest obstacle.
Although shooting has never been Wade’s strong point, at his peak he was definitely one of the top five perimeter players in the league.
Lynch: Wade.
This may involve the “recency effect”, that is, Harden’s lack of defense this season will affect the outside world’s evaluation of his overall ability.
But there is no doubt that Wade is one of the best players in NBA history.
There are many differences between these two players, for example: Harden is a better three-point shooter, and Wade is a better breakthrough shooter.
But there are not many players who can match the peak Wade.
If Harden can do this, then he should be very satisfied with his career.
Rob: Wade.
Unless Harden can significantly improve his defensive ability, otherwise this comparison must be dominated by Wade.
Throughout his career, Wade has been a balanced player, and his resume (three championship rings) proves that Harden still has a long way to go (if he is to catch up).
Strauss: Dude, it’s no wonder Wade insists on having his new nickname “3.”
How quickly we forget his greatness.
I don’t think anyone expects Harden to lead a team to win a championship alone, even if his ability to call the whistle on the court is comparable to that of Wade in his youth.
Plus, at Harden’s age (24), Wade’s defense is estimated to be 1,000 times better than his.