Thomas Jr. recently made a surprising remark on "Bully BALL", bluntly saying that although Tatum and Brown are very good, Irving and Doncic are the best duo. As soon as these words came out, the basketball circle immediately exploded, and fans stood in line, some supported Thomas Jr., and some felt that he was exaggerating.
Tatum and Brown, the twin stars of the Celtics, have been outstanding this season. They are averaging nearly 50 points per game and are the absolute heart of the team's offense. Tatum's scoring ability, Brown's all-around performance, and the tacit cooperation between the two have made the Celtics soar all the way in the East. However, Thomas Jr. apparently felt that this was not enough.
The combination of Irving and Doncic is really eye-catching. Irving, the former Cavaliers champion, is a great asset to the Mavericks for his experience and composure in key moments. And Doncic, the young Slovenian star, his talent and on-court control make the Mavericks' offense incredibly fluid. Thomas Jr. believes that the duo has never been seen before in the history of the NBA, and their presence has made the Mavericks a force to be reckoned with.
But basketball, after all, is a team sport. Thomas Jr.'s evaluation, although there is some truth, has also caused some controversy. Some fans believe that the combination of Tatum and Brown also has strength that cannot be underestimated. Their tacit understanding on the field, their reading of the game, and their play in key moments are all important factors in Celtic's ability to get to where they are today.
In the world of basketball, the discussion about the duo never stops. From Jordan and Pippen, to Kobe and O'Neal, to Tatum and Brown, Irving and Doncic, each pair has its own unique charm. Experts analyze, fans are hotly discussed, and the media report that the sport of basketball has become more exciting because of the combination of these stars.
When it comes to the Finals, the matchup between the Celtics and the Mavericks is undoubtedly the highlight of the season. The two teams have very different styles and tactical arrangements. The Celtics' team basketball, the Mavericks' star tactics, who can have the last laugh in the finals, this is not only a battle of tactics, but also a competition of individual abilities of stars.
The individual ability of the players is naturally an integral part of the game. Tatum's scoring, Brown's all-around, Irving's experience, Doncic's talent, these are all key to their ability to establish themselves in the NBA. But basketball, it's more about teamwork. How to integrate individual abilities into team tactics and how to contribute to the team at key moments is the key to winning the game.
Doncic's psychological tactics are also a big weapon for him. On the field, he can always influence his opponent with words and actions and disrupt his opponent's rhythm. Although this kind of psychological warfare seems simple, it actually requires extremely high intelligence and psychological quality. Historically, many stars have used mental tactics, and Doncic is undoubtedly the best among them.
Basketball, the charm of the sport, lies in its uncertainty, in its passion, and more importantly, in its team spirit. Whether it's Tatum and Brown, or Irving and Doncic, they are all representatives of the sport of basketball. Every time they cooperate, every time they score, it makes people's blood boil.
The fans' discussions about these stars and their predictions about the game are all part of the basketball culture. Whether it's for or against, whether it's praise or criticism, these are all part of the game of basketball and the embodiment of the basketball spirit.
We've seen so many great games and so many touching moments this season. The chemistry of Tatum and Brown, the talent of Irving and Doncic, these are all valuable assets that basketball has given us. Regardless of the end result, they deserve our respect and praise.
Basketball, this sport, because of these stars, because of these games, it is more exciting. We look forward to seeing more exciting games and more stars rising in the future. Basketball, a sport, is always worth loving and following.