This isn't about speculating who will be the next league MVP. It's about who you consider to be the MVP of a team, not just about skill, experience or statistics, but also about leadership. This isn't about a debate over who is or isn't worthy to be the MVP of a team; it's about who you consider as the MVP of a team.
For example, I'd say Dwight Howard is the MVP of the Orlando Magic, Kevin Durant is the MVP for the Thunder, Tony Parker for the Spurs, Kobe Bryant is the MVP for the Lakers, Tyson Chandler for the Knicks, Marc Gasol for the Grizzlies, Chris Paul for the Clippers and Derrick Rose for the Bulls.
In spite of all the scandals and antics, without Howard's shot-blocking ability and discipline to not prematurely leave his feet on pump fakes, the slow-footed Magic defense would get turned into a lay-up line.
Durant is second in the league in scoring (27.8) while shooting over 50-percent from the field. His leadership skills increased as well - I think he even said that he's speaking up more when it concerns how his teammates play, and he knows when to defer if needed. Sure, Westbrook seems to think of him as the best player, when it's clearly Durant, but Durant brushes it aside and ensures his team stays off the same tabloid page as the Knicks and Magic soap operas.
Chandler is the only guy that has a real impact on the defensive end of the floor. In addition to his 9.9 rebounds, he is averaging 1.5 blocks per game. He is the reason ‘Melo kept getting the ball back in the waning seconds of Sunday’s thrilling win over the Bulls. He is misdirecting shots and being the enforcer Knicks’ officials envisioned when signing him to a mammoth offseason contract.
Sure, Bryant had that terrible night where he just barely made enough shots in the last quarter to win by three points, but watch the Lakers without him.With the league’s leading scorer (28.1) on the sidelines with a bruised shin back at April 9th, LA was embarrassed by the Phoenix Suns by 20.
Parker is averaging 19.1 points in addition to 7.6 assists on a 48 percent shooting clip. He is driving to the paint at will and creating tons of open looks for his young teammates. Even Duncan can no longer play with the intensity on a regular basis that Parker does.
Paul is the anchor on offense throughout a ballgame, disturbing the ball and ensuring the team is running the fastbreak. But with the game on the line, Paul takes over, and his clutch gene is one of the best in the league. He can create his own shot a will with his quickness, and that’s absolutely terrifying to opponents.
Gasol averages over 15 points a game, and pulls in 9.5 rebounds and blocking just under two shots per game as well (seventh best in NBA). His presence on defense allows Zach Randolph to save his energy for the offensive end. I think few players possess the all-around impact on every possession that Gasol does with the Grizzles.
Sure, the Bulls were able to go 8-4 in a recent 12-game span without their MVP point guard only to lose in his first game back, but there is no doubt who the heart and soul of this team is. It’s Rose’s intensity and no-nonsense approach to the game that’s contagious, and his leadership skills match up the Durant. His 23 points, 7.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds certainly make him important as well. Chicago was able to survive without Rose in the regular season, but if he misses any time in the postseason, the potential No. 1 seed in the East is going to have a rude awakening rather quickly.
This isn't about speculating who will be the next league MVP. It's about who you consider to be the MVP of a team, not just about skill, experience or statistics, but also about leadership. This isn't about a debate over who is or isn't worthy to be the MVP of a team; it's about who you consider as the MVP of a team.
For example, I'd say Dwight Howard is the MVP of the Orlando Magic, Kevin Durant is the MVP for the Thunder, Tony Parker for the Spurs, Kobe Bryant is the MVP for the Lakers, Tyson Chandler for the Knicks, Marc Gasol for the Grizzlies, Chris Paul for the Clippers and Derrick Rose for the Bulls.
In spite of all the scandals and antics, without Howard's shot-blocking ability and discipline to not prematurely leave his feet on pump fakes, the slow-footed Magic defense would get turned into a lay-up line.
Durant is second in the league in scoring (27.8) while shooting over 50-percent from the field. His leadership skills increased as well - I think he even said that he's speaking up more when it concerns how his teammates play, and he knows when to defer if needed. Sure, Westbrook seems to think of him as the best player, when it's clearly Durant, but Durant brushes it aside and ensures his team stays off the same tabloid page as the Knicks and Magic soap operas.
Chandler is the only guy that has a real impact on the defensive end of the floor. In addition to his 9.9 rebounds, he is averaging 1.5 blocks per game. He is the reason ‘Melo kept getting the ball back in the waning seconds of Sunday’s thrilling win over the Bulls. He is misdirecting shots and being the enforcer Knicks’ officials envisioned when signing him to a mammoth offseason contract.
Sure, Bryant had that terrible night where he just barely made enough shots in the last quarter to win by three points, but watch the Lakers without him.With the league’s leading scorer (28.1) on the sidelines with a bruised shin back at April 9th, LA was embarrassed by the Phoenix Suns by 20.
Parker is averaging 19.1 points in addition to 7.6 assists on a 48 percent shooting clip. He is driving to the paint at will and creating tons of open looks for his young teammates. Even Duncan can no longer play with the intensity on a regular basis that Parker does.
Paul is the anchor on offense throughout a ballgame, disturbing the ball and ensuring the team is running the fastbreak. But with the game on the line, Paul takes over, and his clutch gene is one of the best in the league. He can create his own shot a will with his quickness, and that’s absolutely terrifying to opponents.
Gasol averages over 15 points a game, and pulls in 9.5 rebounds and blocking just under two shots per game as well (seventh best in NBA). His presence on defense allows Zach Randolph to save his energy for the offensive end. I think few players possess the all-around impact on every possession that Gasol does with the Grizzles.
Sure, the Bulls were able to go 8-4 in a recent 12-game span without their MVP point guard only to lose in his first game back, but there is no doubt who the heart and soul of this team is. It’s Rose’s intensity and no-nonsense approach to the game that’s contagious, and his leadership skills match up the Durant. His 23 points, 7.9 assists and 3.6 rebounds certainly make him important as well. Chicago was able to survive without Rose in the regular season, but if he misses any time in the postseason, the potential No. 1 seed in the East is going to have a rude awakening rather quickly.
edited 11th Apr '12 7:57:54 PM by Serocco
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