In recent years, two pivots have stood out in the NBA: Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic. The two behemoths dominate the floors of the NBA. So much so that the comparisons were quickly fused. An informed voice has also given its point of view on the matter. This is Hakeem Olajuwon. Considered one of the best pivots in history, the native of Lagos (Nigeria) went there cash.
Regarding Nikola Jokic, Olajuwon first said, “He plays and you have the impression that he is not serious, but he is very effective. He doesn’t look strong, but I see he’s taking a lot of positions at the low post. I think it may be due to mismatches, but he does the same with bigger players. His shots, his feints, they are very difficult to execute. You don’t know when he’s pretending and when it’s for real… He’s got a lot of tricks up his sleeve! He is the best“, he assures the microphone of ClutchPoints. However, he did not forget to analyze the Cameroonian’s game. “Joel Embiid has all the moves, but takes advantage of them differently. Why should he shoot 3-pointers? He got the edge every night, and if I got the edge, I’ll turn you on».
Olajuwon on Embiid:“He’s got all the moves, but leveraging the moves is different. Why would he be shooting threes?”
Hakeem on Jokic:“His shot, his fakes, they are very difficult to time. You don’t know when he’s faking and when it’s real. He has tricks! He’s the one.”
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