Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is playing at an elite level to open the NBA season, averaging 38.3 points per game and drawing high praise from Giannis Antetokounmpo. Speaking about the Slovenian, NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo suggested that Doncic could be considered the best scorer in NBA history.
Antetokounmpo offered his assessment when asked if he viewed the Lakers star as a top scorer right now, clarifying that his view extends across all eras. Der Geschichte
— meaning history — Antetokounmpo stated, adding that some observers hesitate to make the claim aloud. Ich glaube, manche Leute scheuen sich, das zu sagen. Aber es muss ausgesprochen werden. Er ist außerdem ein Elite-Passgeber.
Giannis Antetokounmpo on Lakers’ Luka Doncic: “When you have a guy like Luka, obviously he's one of the best scorers to ever play this game, if not the best.” Reporter: “Right now?” Giannis: “Not right now. Not right now. Like, of all time. I feel like some people are scared to… pic.twitter.com/GobPEl6Ihq”
The statistical start to the season places Doncic alongside historic company. Through his first six games, he amassed more than 225 points, a feat previously achieved in NBA history only by Michael Jordan in 1986 and Wilt Chamberlain, who accomplished it twice. Doncic enters the current campaign having already secured two league scoring titles, including the previous season when he averaged 33.5 points per contest.
After quieter performances in the opening two fixtures, Doncic posted 52 points against the Utah Jazz, followed by 41 points against the Portland Trail Blazers, 37 against the Golden State Warriors, 45 against the Toronto Raptors, and 42 against the Miami Heat. Alongside his 38.3 points per game, he is shooting nearly 50 percent from the field and 42.7 percent from three-point range, while contributing 8.0 rebounds and 8.1 assists.
Giannis Antetokounmpo says Luka Doncic is possibly the greatest scorer in NBA history, per @TomerAzarly. "When you have a guy like Luka, obviously he's one of the best scorers to ever play this game, if not the best." "Right now?" a reporter interjected. "Not right now,"… pic.twitter.com/7Y33ZkVB3c
Antetokounmpo also pointed to Doncic as a leading candidate for the Most Valuable Player award given the team’s early success. Ist er ein MVP-Kandidat?
Antetokounmpo asked reporters. Ich denke, ohne Zweifel. Er war schon dort oben. Er gehört definitiv auch dieses Jahr dazu.
| Opponent | Points Scored by Doncic |
|---|---|
| Utah Jazz | 52 |
| Portland Trail Blazers | 41 |
| Golden State Warriors | 37 |
| Toronto Raptors | 45 |
| Miami Heat | 42 |
The team performance supports individual recognition thus far. The Lakers hold a 6-2 record after eight games, placing them fourth in the Western Conference standings. Antetokounmpo emphasized that team victories elevate the scoring numbers into MVP consideration. Was er macht, ist unglaublich. Und nicht nur das: Sein Team gewinnt, die Offense läuft gut, alle sind eingebunden, sie sind gerade in einer guten Verfassung. Also ja, ein Spieler, der im Schnitt 38 Punkte auflegt, während sein Team gewinnt, muss definitiv in der MVP-Diskussion sein.
Giannis Antetokounmpo says Luka Doncic is one of if not the best scorer in NBA history Giannis: “When you have a guy like Luka, obviously he's one of the best scorers to ever play this game, if not the best.” Reporter: “Right now?” Giannis: “Not right now. Not right now. Like,… pic.twitter.com/xKJn5iPSgQ”
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