introduction
As the NBA 23-24 season comes to a close, teams and players are showing their true level of competence. The American media has also begun to rate players based on their performance this season. For example, the authoritative American sports magazine TA recently rated NBA players, and the players selected for 1A are: Brother Alphabet and Jokic, the players in 1B are: Curry, Doncic, Durant, Embiid, and the players selected for 2A are: Alexander, James, Leonard, Tatum.
In addition, former NBA player Brandon Jennings selected the best five active players on the "Captain Jack" podcast, and he gave the following list: point guard James, scoring guard Curry, small forward Durant, power forward Antetokounmpo, and center Jokic. This has caused many fans to talk about the fact that these five players not only have extremely high individual qualities, but also play a pivotal role in the team. What kind of existence did this five-member group have in a bygone era?
1. Curry: The king of thirds, leading the trend
Stephen Curry, the epitome of modern basketball three-point shooting, continues to show his excellent shooting ability and court control this season. His three-point shooting percentage was consistent and efficient, and he repeatedly saved the team's momentum at key moments. Curry is just as good at dribbling and breaking, and can create great offensive opportunities on the court. In addition, his leadership skills and deep understanding of the game have also made him the soul of the Warriors. This season, Curry is still averaging 26.3 points, 4.5 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game, shooting 40.6% from three-point range.
2. KD: All-round scoring machine, impeccable
Kevin Durant is known for his scoring ability and all-round skills. He has continued to be efficient in scoring this season, shooting from mid-range to three-point shooting. KD's breakaways are just as powerful as his low-post singles, making him virtually unassailable on the offensive end. At the same time, he is also excellent on the defensive end and is an integral part of the team. This season, Durant averaged 27.2 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game, shooting 52.4% overall and 41.3% from 3-point range.
3. James: An all-round warrior who dominates the court
LeBron James, one of the greatest players on the roster, continues to show his all-around basketball skills this season. He can score, assist, rebound and do almost anything on the offensive end, and he is extremely dominant on the defensive end. James' leadership and control of the game make him the absolute heart of the team. His experience and ball intelligence also give the team a head start in high-end innings. This season, James is averaging 25.5 points, 7.2 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game, shooting 41.2% from 3-point range and 53.8% overall.
Fourth, Brother Alphabet: The overlord of the inner line, the future can be expected
With his excellent physical attributes and all-round skills, he is one of the best power forwards in the game. He ranks among the league's top scores, rebounds, and blocks this season, showing strong interior dominance. His dribbling and shooting abilities are also improving, making him more versatile on the offensive end. His potential and upside make him a superstar in the NBA in the future. This season, he averaged 30.4 points, 11.5 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks per game while shooting 61.1% overall.
5. Jokic: All-round center, the core of the strategy
Jokic has been widely praised as a leader at the center position for his excellent playmaking ability and all-round skills. Not only has he excelled in scoring and rebounding this season, but he has also shown an extremely high level in assists, becoming an important playmaker on the offensive end of the team. Jokic's low-post skills and shooting ability are equally excellent, making him a great threat on the offensive end. His basketball IQ and understanding of the game also make him an indispensable part of the team. Jokic is averaging 26.6 points, 12.4 rebounds and 9 assists per game this season, shooting 58.1% overall, and is currently the favorite to be the MVP of the regular season this season.
epilogue
This season, Curry, KD, James, Antetokounmpo and Jokic have each played a pivotal role in the team, and their outstanding performances have brought countless highlights to the fans. Their strength is not only reflected in their individual data, but also in their contribution to the team and their control of the game. However, young guards such as Doncic and Alexander have also performed better this season, so are they eligible to be selected for the best five?