Differentiating Kyrie Irving From Allen Iverson, Ex-NBA Champ Pinpoints Mavs All-Star?s Generational Skill

Kyrie Irving is arguably the Greatest ball-handler in NBA history. He is a magician with the basketball and can put any defender to shame with his insane dribbling moves. There are hardly any players in league history that come close to the skill level of Uncle Drew. One name that pops to mind when comparing Kyrie with a player is Philadelphia 76ers legend Allen Iverson. Just like Kyrie, AI was a superstar in the league who dominated his opponents with his ball-handling skills.

But a former NBA Champion pinpointed the Dallas Mavericks All-Star’s generational skill that separates him from Hall of Famer Allen Iverson.

The difference between Kyrie Irving and Allen Iverson

Former NBA Champion Jason Williams was a guest on comedian Andrew Schulz?s Flagrant podcast. Williams was one of the few players in NBA history who integrated streetball moves into his playing style. His elite ball handling and playmaking skills mesmerized the crowd on a nightly basis. So, when Schulz asked Williams about his thoughts on Kyrie, he said, ?He is the best ball handler ever.? That is some high praise coming from a player who was known for his amazing ball-handling skills.

Schulz further thought about a player who comes close in comparison to Kyrie Irving in dribbling skills. He brought up Philadelphia legend Allen Iverson. But Williams pointed out the difference between the playing styles of AI and Kyrie, ?He (Allen Iverson) was just crossover, gone? Kyrie can have you spinning in circles and still stand right here, and then go by you when you turn back around and finish.?

While AI went straight to business with his dribbling skills, Kyrie loves to toy with his opponents and humiliate them with his insane moves.

Can Kyrie Irving redeem his career this season?

Kyrie Irving was once in the conversation of the best point guards in the league. He, along with LeBron James, led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a championship in 2016. But Kyrie?s reputation has taken a hit since leaving the shadow of King James. He has been bouncing around from one team to another, unable to find a permanent home. Kyrie finally found some stability this year after he signed a 3-year $120 million contract with the Dallas Mavericks.

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The Mavericks have started the season red-hot, winning six of their first seven games. And Kyrie is showing that he can be a key contributor to a team contending for the title. Kyrie is playing alongside Luka Doncic, and the superstar duo is hoping to win a title for the Dallas Mavericks. If the Mavericks succeed this season, that will redeem the career of Kyrie Irving and add to his legacy. Kyrie is a future Hall of Famer, and he would love to add one more title to his resume.

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