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George Hill was Popovich's favorite apprentice, but was sent away in exchange for Leonard

author:Cen Xiaoniu said sports

On April 30, Beijing time, George Hill and Popovich, the mentor-apprentice relationship left a deep mark on the history of the NBA. However, when Hill was sent away by the Spurs in exchange for Leonard, one can't help but ask: just how good is Leonard's talent?

George Hill was Popovich's favorite apprentice, but was sent away in exchange for Leonard

George Hill, a seasoned veteran, won over Popovich with solid ball handling, accurate shooting, and excellent defensive prowess. Under Popovich's tutelage, Hill has gradually become an important member of the Spurs, contributing consistent performances on both the offensive and defensive ends. The master and apprentice duo have gone through many seasons of ups and downs together, and have become a good story for the Spurs.

However, a turning point in fate came that summer. The Spurs, in order to get the talented Leonard, decided to send Hill away as a trade chip. This decision has left many fans lamented, after all, Hill has always been excellent with the Spurs. But Popovich and the team's management clearly see more potential in Leonard, and they believe the youngster can bring more glory and victory to the team.

George Hill was Popovich's favorite apprentice, but was sent away in exchange for Leonard

Leonard's talent is truly amazing. He has excellent physical attributes, including amazing reach, quick reflexes, and strong core strength. This gives him a huge advantage on the defensive end, allowing him to limit opponents' scoring with ease. And on the offensive end, Leonard has also shown extraordinary talent. He has a soft shooting touch and is able to hit key shots from various positions. In addition, he has excellent dribbling and break-through ability, and is able to create offensive opportunities for the team in key moments.

Over the course of several seasons with the Spurs, Leonard has emerged as a key player in the team. Not only did he excel on the field, but he also won the hearts of the fans with his low-key, hard-working attitude. Under Popovich's tutelage, Leonard continued to improve his craft and became one of the best players in the NBA.

George Hill was Popovich's favorite apprentice, but was sent away in exchange for Leonard

Looking back at the events of George Hill's send-off, we can see how amazing Leonard's talent and potential were. His arrival has breathed new life into the Spurs team, helping the team achieve excellent results over the course of several seasons. And Popovich, as a legendary coach, has also brought valuable rewards to the team for his vision and decision-making.

Today, both George Hill and Kawhi Leonard have become important players for their respective teams, and they continue to show their talents in the NBA. And that story about master and apprentice, about talent, about choice, will forever remain in the history of the Spurs and become an eternal legend.

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