In this episode of NBA Now and Then, we make an NBA Player Comparison of Chris Paul and Jason Kidd, two top-floor generals from different eras. They discuss the similarities between the two players, including their impact on small franchises, exceptional playmaking abilities, and longevity in the league. Overall, the episode provides insights into the careers and qualities of both Paul and Kidd.
In this part of the conversation, Uriah discussed the high school and college careers of Kidd and Paul. He delves into Paul's background, highlighting his strong work ethic instilled by his grandfather and his success in high school and college. He also touches on his achievements at Wake Forest University and his impressive stats as a college player.
Uriah highlights Kidd's impressive high school performance and desire to emulate Magic Johnson and Gary Payton. They also mention Kidd's success in high school and college, including his ability to produce double-digit assists.
Lucas then analyzes the career stats and best seasons of both players, noting Paul's consistency in assists and steals and his ability to take care of the ball. He also discusses both players' career highs in scoring, rebounds, assists, steals, blocks, and turnovers.
In this part of the conversation, Ben discusses the career highs and accolades of Paul and Kidd. He highlights the impressive achievements of both players, including their All-Star appearances, MVP voting, and All-NBA selections. He also discusses the significance of triple-doubles and the impact of scoring on a point guard's reputation.
Kidd and Paul have impressive resumes despite not winning MVPs. They both have multiple All-Star appearances, All-NBA selections, and All-Defensive team honors. Kidd won an NBA championship with the Dallas Mavericks in 2011, while Paul has led his teams to deep playoff runs.
We express their admiration for Kidd's rebounding ability and Paul's playmaking skills. Overall, they recognize the greatness of both players and their contributions to the game of basketball. Both players have been elite playmakers and have had a significant impact on their teams' success. Their basketball IQ and two-way play stand out as well.
Maurice then shifts the conversation to Paul's career which has been defined by his talented teammates, including Blake Griffin, James Harden, and DeAndre Jordan. He has had a significant impact on their games and helped elevate their performances. However, despite playing with great players, Paul has yet to win an NBA championship.
His closest opportunity came with the Phoenix Suns in the 2020-2021 season, but they fell short in the NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks. Throughout his career, Paul has been known for his exceptional passing and court vision, which has benefited his teammates and led to highlight-reel plays. JJ Redick is another player who thrived alongside Paul, particularly in terms of shooting.
In this final part of the conversation, Maurice discusses Kidd's career with the Dallas Mavericks and the New Jersey Nets. He highlights his teammates and the success he had with both teams. Maurice also has our other host debate who was the better teammate for Kidd: Vince Carter, Steve Nash, or Dirk Nowitzki.
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