Iverson on Curry and Irving - NBA

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The Answer hath spoken. Rejoice, fans of Stephen Curry and Kyrie Irving.

To hype the Saturday night debut of “Iverson,” Showtime released what will
no doubt prove to be one of the juiciest tidbits from the forthcoming
documentary. And it has nothing to do with his 1995 trial, “practice,” or
even his rocky adjustment to a post-playing life. Instead, what Allen Iverson
has to say about the game’s preeminent dribbling savants is what should make
most headlines.

Whether that’s right or not is a discussion for another time. But Iverson
thinking – let alone admitting – that his legendary handle has been
surpassed by a pair of current stars? Cue the angry and nostalgic masses.

Reminder: He said it, folks. Not us. We also tend to agree with Iverson,
though.

The Answer’s dribbling theatrics might very well be unparalleled. His
crossover is widely considered the best in league history, and Iverson had a
bevy of spins, fakes, and dekes at his disposal, too. When it comes to pure
flash and pizazz, it’s certainly possible his handle reigns supreme.

But A.I. possessed other attributes that contributed to his prowess in that
regard: speed and quickness which Curry and Irving simply lack.

That both superstars are known for their awe-inspiring ballhandling exploits
despite overall athleticism on a level below Iverson’s is especially
impressive. Whereas the Philadelphia 76ers legend could blow past defenders
with a single cross or counter, it sometimes takes Curry and Irving multiple
moves to create space – and they do it with ease anyway.

Our opinion: Curry is basketball’s most efficient handler, Irving its most
talented, and James Harden its most effective. Where does that leave Iverson
in the pantheon of history’s top dribblers?

We’re not quite sure, and it frankly doesn’t really matter. Iverson’s
legacy as an ankle-breaking, mind-bending force of flare and creativity is
forever cemented in basketball annals – whether Curry, Irving, or any other
player really has the handle to eclipse his or otherwise.

And given The Answer is willing to admit that it’s already occurred, his
legion of fans should at least consider that no doubt depressing possibility,
too.


短評或心得：

簡而言之，Iverson上SHOWTIME SPORTS受訪時提到："Those guys are next level. I
didn't have the handle they do.

戰神欽點的運球能力啊!!!!

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