Chicago Bulls legend Dennis Rodman was in a league of his own. He wasn?t the flashiest player on the court. Nevertheless, the things he did on the floor were immensely appreciated by coaches and his teammates. Rodman?s gameplay was not focused on offense but on what he did on the defensive side. However, a recent comparison of the Worm to Russell Westbrook has fans riled up for all the wrong reasons.
Dennis Rodman did things on the hardwood that only a few have been able to imitate. It may not have been scoring a bunch of points for the team. However, one thing was for certain,?Dennis the Menace and his hustle and drive could not be taught.
The Russell Westbrook-Dennis Rodman Comparison
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A comparison of Dennis Rodman to Russell Westbrook may not be the most accurate one out there. There is a huge difference between Rodman and Westbrook. For one, they play totally different positions on the floor.?And fans made sure to speak their minds about it.
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1996: Scottie Pippen #33 and Dennis Rodman #91 of the Chicago Bulls box out against the Orlando Magic during a 1996 NBA game at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1996 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)
One fan tweeted, ?That is ludicrous. Rodman was a great player.?
That is ludicrous. Rodman was a great player.
— Lyle (@WalkWithLyle) December 22, 2022
But Rodman was extremely physical and his defense and rebounding helped those teams. While offense is important, you need guys like Draymond & Rodman to win you championships. Guys that don't need to be a leading scorer to be effective.
— Ty Jäger (@TheTyJager) December 21, 2022
Here are some more reactions from Twitter.
Mike just enjoy Jamaica bro ain't no way I would be on this app haha. Rodman is that dude and he definitely deserved to be top 75.
— D'Ante Rose (@dsmooth210) December 21, 2022
The part your missing is Sochan wasn't drafted to be a"Star" or to be someone with huge "Upside" he was drafted as a important building block around a star/stars the way rodman fit w jordan/pippen or Bowen fit with Duncan/parker/Manu.
— Official (@Official_215) December 21, 2022
You don't have to say dumb stuff for engagement man
— Petty Murphy (@chrisbfree94) December 21, 2022
Lol this is dumb. Westbrook is a guy who has been a star and driving force of teams, until recently – but his teams have had trouble winning (especially when it counts). Rodman played D and rebounded. He passed well too and played within himself
— Adam Lesar (@TheAdamLesar) December 21, 2022
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Westbrook, being a point guard, has to run the offense and also be aggressive on the offensive side of the floor. Rodman, on the other hand, played at the power forward position. For the Worm to focus his game more on rebounding and defense was only natural.
Rodman was able to help out his team on the defensive end of the floor. An area of the game players don?t focus much on. Which in turn gave the opportunity for Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen to shine on offense. He always led the team in rebounding, helping in creating fastbreak opportunities for his teammates.
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There have also been a few comparisons drawn between Jeremy Sochan and Dennis Rodman. Sochan has already displayed that he can not only score the ball but also be a reliable ball handler. If Sochan develops even a hint of Dennis Rodman?s game, one can be assured that the San Antonio Spurs will be a tough team to beat.?
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