As every year, the debate concerning the best player in the league returns to the front of the stage. Kevin Durant is cited, as is LeBron James or Giannis Antetokounmpo. For this new retiree, it is the member of the Nets who is number 1.
The season has only just begun and yet, we can already admire Kevin Durant making carnage with the Nets. His team needs it, especially with the soap opera Kyrie Irving and James Harden. On the other hand, LeBron James is pretty quiet with the Lakers, while Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks are struggling.
But the campaign is long, and we can not wait to see future confrontations between these monsters. However, no question of waiting to judge them for JJ Redick, who has decided to engage in the debate of the famous best player in the league. As you can imagine, a question that elicits a lot of reactions on social networks.
Kevin Durant even stronger since his injury?
Nonetheless, for the new retiree, Durant has a case in his favor: his old injury. Coming back so strong after experiencing a ruptured Achilles tendon? It’s clearly not for everyone, although one hopes Klay Thompson will be next. Still, for Redick, that makes the difference.
JJ Redick on Kevin Durant: “What he’s been able to do post-Achilles has been nothing short of remarkable. From my perspective as a player and my peers’ perspective, he’s the best player in the NBA, and everybody else is sort of competing for that second spot.” pic.twitter.com/qS4Vy84VYe
– Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) November 1, 2021
JJ Redick on Kevin Durant: “What he’s able to do after his Achilles tendon injury is just remarkable. From my perspective as a player and from my peers, he’s the best player in the NBA, and the rest are just fighting for second place. “
It’s an interesting point of view, especially since many will agree with the shooter. KD is in great shape, and stands out as one of the fit men in this round. Can he keep up? Certainly, even if the victories will have to follow at the Nets.
But the regular season is one thing, the playoffs are another. The best players will be judged during the postseason, and not before. It will be interesting to see a duel between KD and Giannis, but patience will be required. What is certain is that the competition is strong at the top.
Who for the best player in the league? JJ Redick votes for Kevin Durant, especially after his comeback. Many will approve, although LeBron James is still largely in the running. It is the law of the public prosecutor’s office which will decide.
