The basketball world has yet to see the emergence of a player as exceptional as Allen Iverson. Despite nurturing many great talents, the NBA world has not come across anyone capable of replicating the legendary player?s style. However, recently, a Boston Celtics analyst drew parallels between a 23-year-old player’s playing style and that of the 11-time NBA All-Star. Although Jayson Tatum’s Celtics triumphed over this player’s team, the athlete managed to secure a favorable assessment from the analyst.
In the preseason game, the Celtics secured a 123-110 victory over the Knicks, but the latter’s player delivered a standout performance that captured everyone’s attention.
Is Miles McBride’s performance similar to Allen Iverson’s?
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The recent Celtics vs. Knicks matchup undeniably left fans eagerly anticipating the start of the regular season. Jayson Tatum delivered a remarkable performance, while Knicks player Miles McBride particularly caught the eye of the analysts. Following the game, Celtics analyst Brian Scalabrine expressed his admiration for McBride’s game and drew a comparison between his basketball abilities and those of the Philadelphia 76ers legend, Iverson. He noted, “Allen Iverson used to finish like that.”?
Iverson stood out as a unique presence on the basketball court. His distinctiveness extended beyond his involvement in Hip Hop culture and the chain around his neck. It was also evident in his distinctive playing style.
In the 2001-02 season, Iverson clinched a scoring title by maintaining an average of 31.4 points per game. The video clip vividly illustrates how the young player reminded Scalabrine of “The Answer.” Here is the clip for you to watch.
?Allen Iverson used to finish like
that?? Brian Scalabrine on Deuce McBride pic.twitter.com/jLy6xNtsw5
? New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) October 18, 2023
Throughout the game, Tatum’s performance was impressive, especially in terms of his three-point shooting.
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Jayson Tatum’s power performance against Knicks
He connected on 5-for-8 attempts from beyond the arc, accumulating a total of 28 points. His three-point shots exhibited a seamless and smooth stroke. He contributed significantly with eight rebounds, four assists, and three steals in just 30 minutes of play.
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