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  • Опубликовано: 31 мар 2021
  • Just how good is Zion Williamson? How good can he be? Zion’s explosive leaping and powerful athleticism have made him one of the best scorers in the league, and an All-Star in 2021. He’s an incredible dunker, but he’s also a budding superstar...This detailed film room analysis looks at the Pelicans rookie forward, incorporating data and stats to understand how good he might be.
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  • @Nemanja949
    @Nemanja949 3 года назад +706

    Ben was among the 1st to call Jokic future MVP caliber player 2-3 years ago and here we are now, so i believe Zion will have very bright future in NBA if he stays healthy.

    • @ThinkingBasketball
      @ThinkingBasketball  3 года назад +178

      Fingers crossed.

    • @jayus2033
      @jayus2033 3 года назад +13

      @@ThinkingBasketball you need to start talking more about cricket

    • @matheusbarreto7281
      @matheusbarreto7281 3 года назад

      🙌

    • @oisinbittles6253
      @oisinbittles6253 3 года назад +1

      @Negus Pool that’s a big prediction

    • @williamingwerson4692
      @williamingwerson4692 3 года назад +1

      @Negus Pool he's not as big as shaq has worse handles than mj but i think the barkley comparison is very accurate

  • @exquisitemeat5845
    @exquisitemeat5845 3 года назад +939

    It's really fascinating to see how fluid he is on offense, his movement seems crisp and purposeful, but on defense he's just so stiff - looks like his size there.

    • @NotOneToFly
      @NotOneToFly 3 года назад +339

      His mass is definitely a problem on defense. On offense, everyone else has to react to HIS momentum, on defense, his inertia is a problem.

    • @Infinityflow0
      @Infinityflow0 3 года назад +79

      @@NotOneToFly True but I think there are also things he can improve in terms of his reads and technique that can lessen the disadvantages of his size as shown in the video. By increasing his positional awareness, keeping his hands up in passing lanes, and limiting his unnecessary lunges, he could be an avarage to decent defender with his size as is.

    • @TOGGGAA1
      @TOGGGAA1 3 года назад +8

      Yup defense is where he’s going to injure himself. He’s going to try too hard on defense, injure himself, and it’s going to hurt his offense. His offense will suffer and his defense will stay bad. Then he will be just a decent offensive player that can’t play D. Out of league in 5 years if it happens.

    • @TOGGGAA1
      @TOGGGAA1 3 года назад +8

      @@jaykiefonseca 6’6 280lbs dunking like he’s Derrick rose. Uh yea fat boi is running on borrowed time

    • @FTO9797
      @FTO9797 3 года назад +21

      @@TOGGGAA1 can tell u don’t watch

  • @obnoxiouslakerfan
    @obnoxiouslakerfan 3 года назад +921

    Love the points about the uniqueness of Zion’s jumping - his broad jump, second jump, and horizontal jumping ability are all even more impressive than his vertical

    • @OjoRojo40
      @OjoRojo40 3 года назад +20

      He is Barkley 2.0

    • @Peep502
      @Peep502 3 года назад +17

      @@OjoRojo40 thankyouuuu ive been saying the same thing, not just bc hes 6'6'' 285 he has many similar attributes to Charles

    • @OjoRojo40
      @OjoRojo40 3 года назад +8

      @@Peep502 I saw Barkley when he played in the 76ers, the resemblance is uncanny.

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад +8

      @@OjoRojo40 He doesn't rebound like Barkley though. And Barkley didn't attack from on top of the key like Zion does.

    • @OjoRojo40
      @OjoRojo40 3 года назад +15

      @@nostalgicbliss5547 That's because Barkley is one of the best rebounders of all time.
      He deserves a spot in the greatest pick list. His stretch from 86 to 91 is just insane.

  • @TheKyubiisaan
    @TheKyubiisaan 3 года назад +497

    He has some of the craziest finger rolls I’ve ever seen

    • @ahdexter7688
      @ahdexter7688 3 года назад +7

      just cause he lefty so it looks different

    • @TheKyubiisaan
      @TheKyubiisaan 3 года назад +150

      @@ahdexter7688 yeah, otherwise he would look like all the other 285 pound 20 year olds that can jump 4 feet in the air. It’s that left hand

    • @JulioLeonFandinho
      @JulioLeonFandinho 3 года назад +3

      it's old school, what anomaly of a player in our 3p oriented todays game, not only phisically

    • @jlui21
      @jlui21 3 года назад +9

      - Zion is a good finger roller. But the goat? The iceman George Gervin.

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад +1

      @@TheKyubiisaan I don't think dude meant it as a negative. Prob just meant that him being a lefty makes it more unique and harder to defend. Majority of people in society are right handed. It's just like a fighter facing a southpaw.

  • @danielllll521
    @danielllll521 3 года назад +65

    The first thing that stood out to me when watching Zion was his second jump. He lands and then jumps again before the defender has even left his feet. Dude really out here pressing the double jump irl.

    • @troyjohnson9123
      @troyjohnson9123 3 года назад +1

      My only knock on Zion is his rebounding intensity. He can be a great rebounder

  • @momoneylessproblems9183
    @momoneylessproblems9183 3 года назад +95

    Zion is twenty years old and averaging 29 PPG per 36 minutes on 63%eFG. Kid is a monster

    • @thomasbrady3827
      @thomasbrady3827 3 года назад +7

      Use true shooting percentage instead of eFG either way he’s a damn beast

    • @krisdang
      @krisdang 3 года назад

      per 36 min and eFG are trash stats. Kid can ball dou

    • @thomasbrady3827
      @thomasbrady3827 3 года назад +3

      @@krisdang per 36 is almost the same thing as per 75

    • @step670
      @step670 3 года назад +4

      He is great, but I am afraid he will get injuries often. It all accumulates over time, his weight and his play style are not the safest ones.

    • @thomasbrady3827
      @thomasbrady3827 3 года назад +3

      @@step670 injuries are definitely a concern for him

  • @caleb_lane
    @caleb_lane 3 года назад +603

    The man is one cheeseburger away from being 300lb and he still moves like Usain Bolt

    • @nicholasmorland2392
      @nicholasmorland2392 3 года назад +107

      Usain Brute

    • @One2Araiz
      @One2Araiz 3 года назад +107

      Usain Bulk

    • @Dennyiix
      @Dennyiix 3 года назад +50

      Usain Buff

    • @Srbenda126
      @Srbenda126 3 года назад +32

      Usain Broad

    • @goodgrief1163
      @goodgrief1163 3 года назад +1

      Not on defense...the clips we saw of his defence were pretty pathetic honestly.

  • @frankl3518
    @frankl3518 3 года назад +111

    He's such a great finisher. Not just dunks either, he's one of the best I've seen at finishing with or without contact

    • @michaelahurt
      @michaelahurt 3 года назад +13

      Exactly. Completely agree. Its not even the jumping. The combination of his soft touch, ability to create space, and nimbleness/body control is insane. Shaq and LeBron just went through people. Zion is somehow able to slide by and around defenders like he's 200 pounds but still use his frame to discard them to create an angle. It doesn't even look real sometimes. Its like when something happens on 2K that looks fake and on instant reply you realize it glitched and the player teleported. Except this is real

    • @eboy4216
      @eboy4216 3 года назад +6

      @@michaelahurt Lebron did have some finesse but o agree

  • @padraigdoyle9262
    @padraigdoyle9262 3 года назад +602

    Best inside scorer since a young bron the way in which he can move is unbelievable for someone of his size. Great video as always mate.

    • @GirvynF
      @GirvynF 3 года назад +58

      Giannis also in the discussion

    • @alkebulanlion6198
      @alkebulanlion6198 3 года назад +34

      @@GirvynF Zion even better in the paint watch year 4 nba is his

    • @ASMRblack
      @ASMRblack 3 года назад +24

      @@alkebulanlion6198 not really Giannis is still more efficient inside he just doesn’t shoot as much in the paint as Zion

    • @vadimslarionovs5422
      @vadimslarionovs5422 3 года назад +70

      He's better than young Bron. I mean at scoring in the paint.

    • @padraigdoyle9262
      @padraigdoyle9262 3 года назад +18

      @@vadimslarionovs5422 i agree

  • @MellowTheMyth
    @MellowTheMyth 3 года назад +53

    Zion, offensively, reminds me of a wrecking ball version of pre-injury Derrick Rose. Very crafty & imaginative in creating ways to get to the basket. And Williamson’s strength unlocks a new dimension in that regard.

    • @ImQuaddin
      @ImQuaddin 3 года назад +2

      Fr dude is DRose plus 100 pounds of mass its unfair

  • @jopro9689
    @jopro9689 3 года назад +51

    His game is so simple but yet so crafty and underappreciated.

    • @Chasstful
      @Chasstful 3 года назад +1

      overrated.

    • @anthonycelestin3559
      @anthonycelestin3559 2 года назад

      I know Giannis is better than him but I prefer Zion’s game more. Zion just seems more effective scoring the ball. Zion has better handles & is quicker than Giannis so it seems he can get to the paint better than Giannis. Zion doesn’t need an outside jumper like a Giannis, it seems he can get in the paint even if they put a wall cause he got that Dwade quickness to his game where he can beat his man to the spot before the defense is set & he has the IQ to split the defense like a Wade.
      Zion is also better in the post. Giannis looks awkward when he post up on the block & u can push Giannis from the low post all the way to the elbow cause he’s not super strong when he post up he loses good positioning easily unless there’s a mismatch, most of the time Giannis is at the midpost & elbow taking contested turnarounds & fadaways that are hit or miss. Zion bullies his way in the post like Shaq using that left hand. Zion seems to even prefer posting up more than going off the dribble & to me that’s a more winning style starting & ending your offense in the post, plus Zion is a good passer so him passing out of that post can make him even more effective. Zion flaws are defensively, he needs to be a better defender & rebounder, if he’s better in those two things he can be the best player

    • @i-man872
      @i-man872 2 года назад

      @@Chasstful casual

  • @david.tousignant20
    @david.tousignant20 3 года назад +23

    Zion Williamson is a special player. He isn't dunking like people was expecting him to do two years ago (based on his HS and collegiate career), sparing his knees on the process, but his understanding of the game is awesome for this young player. His unique combination of speed, verticality, strength, agility and soft touch around the hoop is refreshing and his playing excessively well when he's in the low/high post (like Sabonis, Jokic & Randle). We'll -- maybe -- see a renaissance of post players in the near future because of Zion!
    Great video.

  • @Yethegoat10
    @Yethegoat10 3 года назад +78

    He’s like a football player that found out he’s really good at basketball

    • @luciisladica7060
      @luciisladica7060 3 года назад

      Well some nba players were great at playing football but focused on basketba soyour comment is a bit of an understatement

    • @VickHushpuppy215
      @VickHushpuppy215 2 года назад

      It’s crazy Antonio gates is the first player i compared him to 🤣🤣

  • @colewrld901
    @colewrld901 3 года назад +278

    I really hope Zion works hard on his jumper, a Zach randolf/Barkley face up game will take him to the next level

    • @OjoRojo40
      @OjoRojo40 3 года назад +41

      Barkley face up game??? wut? hahahaha. The Barkley rule exist because he was everything but a face up shooter.

    • @georgegermanakos6944
      @georgegermanakos6944 3 года назад +2

      Ehhhhhhh I don’t think every player needs to be able to dominate out of the triple threat like that. I think it’s enough that he can shoot wide open shots

    • @coolfear360
      @coolfear360 3 года назад +2

      Omg that sounds amazing. Pump fakes would kill defenses.

    • @TheMissinLink
      @TheMissinLink 3 года назад +18

      Barkley was the opposite of a face up player

    • @OjoRojo40
      @OjoRojo40 3 года назад +2

      @@TheMissinLink Definitely.

  • @QW22312
    @QW22312 3 года назад +58

    Thanks Zion for making basketball even more fun to watch.

  • @ethung7290
    @ethung7290 3 года назад +102

    Been waiting for this breakdown! He has been something else to watch this season.

    • @colewrld901
      @colewrld901 3 года назад +5

      Yes sir, if he works on his jumper and gets sum perimeter scoring going then it's over

  • @DavidUgLee
    @DavidUgLee 3 года назад +278

    Lonzo is the PERFECT point guard for him. Keep them together!

    • @cstep100
      @cstep100 3 года назад +7

      Definitely

    • @alexmaloney2144
      @alexmaloney2144 3 года назад +63

      @Davey Lee As an unbiased bulls fan I humbly request that the pelicans front office ignore this man

    • @mathewreid7927
      @mathewreid7927 3 года назад +3

      Lonzo cant even run a pick and roll stfu

    • @thedarkfrost2351
      @thedarkfrost2351 3 года назад +8

      A perfect PG for him would be able to shoot really well and do everything Lonzo does so no, not “PeRfEcT”

    • @jordanm7746
      @jordanm7746 3 года назад +2

      He would b if he was utilized right

  • @TheNamesDitto
    @TheNamesDitto 3 года назад +94

    He's special. I thought he'd be capped finishing in the paint but boy I doubted how strong he was moving bodies

    • @AS-fz5dp
      @AS-fz5dp 3 года назад +6

      How could you doubt his strength when the nba is full of soft ass pansies

    • @dariusisfamous2840
      @dariusisfamous2840 3 года назад +16

      @@AS-fz5dp you must be tripping if you thing nba players are not strong

    • @BringBackStoning
      @BringBackStoning 3 года назад

      @@dariusisfamous2840 compared to Zion they are

    • @AS-fz5dp
      @AS-fz5dp 3 года назад +1

      @@dariusisfamous2840 who plays strong besides giannis bron zion...Ill wait

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад +1

      Not just his strength, it's his quickness, explosiveness and feathery touch that separates him from the rest.

  • @0ptimal
    @0ptimal 3 года назад +18

    Wow. Haven't really paid attention to basketball in a long time, but seeing this kid is a trip. He's like malfunctioning my brain rn. His power and explosion, he's like Shawn Kemp around the rim and drives to the hole aggressively like Jordan, and he's got handles.. and he's only 20! What will he become holy shit I can't imagine, I'm going to pay attention from now on

    • @ballislife9924
      @ballislife9924 2 года назад

      It's a shame reading this now

    • @CarbonComs
      @CarbonComs Год назад

      @@ballislife9924 Don't worry he'll be back next year

  • @pickleoudww7784
    @pickleoudww7784 2 года назад +6

    here in 2022 to remind myself how good he is

  • @jakeharrison207
    @jakeharrison207 3 года назад +30

    He has way more finesse and skillful elegant finishing than I expected I thought it would be almost all brute force but he has both. Seems like a really solid point forward. Good for him.

  • @TownsGroup
    @TownsGroup 3 года назад +9

    What I love about Zion’s game is that it’s old school. Zion is a paint monster.

  • @skrewler
    @skrewler 3 года назад +17

    the quality of this content is amazing. it's incredible it's free. it's clear you have a passion for this. easily the best basketball RUclips channel.
    Your videos are insightful, you don't just pump out videos w/ click bait titles then point out which play they're running.
    keep it up

  • @lucabrasi9144
    @lucabrasi9144 3 года назад +10

    Zion is the most exciting player i ever watched

  • @MrMathsimon
    @MrMathsimon 3 года назад +9

    I pray that all these young talents stay healthy for long years. Luka, Zion, Ja, LaMelo, Trae, Ayton. The league gonna be lit in the next few years.

  • @switchmaster64
    @switchmaster64 3 года назад +49

    "Hornets rookie guard" in the description threw me for a second

  • @greedyglo
    @greedyglo 3 года назад +16

    You Really Brought Me Back With The American Gladiator Clip

    • @dustinbarnes778
      @dustinbarnes778 3 года назад +4

      I laughed really hard after that reference. It was just pure classic gold.

    • @greedyglo
      @greedyglo 3 года назад +1

      @@dustinbarnes778 I Remember I Used To Watch The Reruns Every Blue Moon With My Pops That Show Is Legendary

  • @stantonh1452
    @stantonh1452 2 года назад +3

    His growth has been rapid that’s for sure.

  • @robertalston6013
    @robertalston6013 3 года назад +5

    I noticed Zion when he was a senior in high school and was sold on his talent . I remember having disagreements with people believing he wouldn't do anything in collage let alone the NBA!" He's better than I thought he would be !"

  • @moneyboyok
    @moneyboyok 3 года назад +13

    Would have liked to hear a bit about his touch around the rim. those layups are crazy

  • @macnolds4145
    @macnolds4145 3 года назад +7

    Great breakdown of his strengths and weaknesses. This is a fine example of why this channel is so amazing.

  • @2Shainzz
    @2Shainzz 3 года назад +91

    "Zion kind of teleports horizontally"
    true

  • @youknowlos
    @youknowlos 3 года назад +5

    it’s crazy how much of a monster he is on the floor, but how graceful he is in mid-air.
    thanks for the breakdown. great video, as always.

  • @AdamEllis33
    @AdamEllis33 3 года назад +40

    best basketball content on youtube hands down

    • @robertwall3795
      @robertwall3795 3 года назад +8

      It’s not even close

    • @skrewler
      @skrewler 3 года назад +2

      yea. his videos are actually insightful, he doesn't just pump out videos that point out the plays (or actions in the play) they're running.

  • @darnellstinson1673
    @darnellstinson1673 3 года назад +2

    He truly the future of basketball the basketball gods have accepted him with popcorn sitting in the front row waiting on the Zion show

  • @romanStillmatic
    @romanStillmatic 3 года назад

    Thank you for this video this guy needed more attention this year

  • @willhooke
    @willhooke 3 года назад +4

    Humility caps all of this off perfectly ✅
    Seems like a great dude in addition to all this talent
    I hope he keeps wearing humility ~ it looks really good on him

  • @dulogmaz
    @dulogmaz 3 года назад +11

    Top 20 player right now and he's gonna get even better.

    • @JimboCruntz
      @JimboCruntz 3 года назад +9

      The Zion vs Luka era is going to be amazing.

    • @yungace1820
      @yungace1820 3 года назад

      @@JimboCruntz they’re in the same conference why do you guys say this like they’re gonna meet in the finals ?

    • @PokeTyranno58
      @PokeTyranno58 3 года назад +8

      @@yungace1820 this is such a stupid comment, are you implying MJ and the Pistons were never rivals?

    • @ToastedToddler
      @ToastedToddler 3 года назад +3

      Yung Sage not every rival has to be in separate conferences.

    • @toteispoe4
      @toteispoe4 3 года назад +2

      @@JimboCruntz Imagine if you could fusion dance the two into one player... Move over Gotenks and let's bow down to the basketball god Zioncic!
      The GOAT debate would wrap up real quick. Haha.

  • @ChuckDiesel69
    @ChuckDiesel69 3 года назад

    These videos are so well done!!! Could watch them for hours!

  • @mariusdextersagana3295
    @mariusdextersagana3295 3 года назад +1

    You produce really good basketball content. Keep it up, man. I have changed my mind and am now a Zion believer. I hope he stays healthy.

  • @2Shainzz
    @2Shainzz 3 года назад +62

    I'm glad Van Gundy is finally making Zion the focal point of the offense, BI is a bucket but he should not be getting more shots than Zion

    • @dboss5808
      @dboss5808 3 года назад +3

      hes better than zion rn

    • @maxh276
      @maxh276 3 года назад +34

      @@dboss5808 nah Zion is already better than bi ever was honestly

    • @JL-fh4qw
      @JL-fh4qw 3 года назад +5

      Zion and Ingram are two completely opposite players, they can both co exist.

    • @alkebulanlion6198
      @alkebulanlion6198 3 года назад +6

      @@dboss5808 you dumb Zion took over it’s his team and everyone knows it

    • @youknowlos
      @youknowlos 3 года назад +3

      @@alkebulanlion6198 regardless of who’s better, neither are good enough (yet) at leading their team to the playoffs. at the moment, both are lacking at shot creation and defense. to me, it doesn’t matter who’s better until the Pels start winning games more consistently.

  • @yunan9610
    @yunan9610 3 года назад +11

    A guard like handle, with explosive first step ideal for small forward and a bulky body of a power forward. Rebounding like a relentless center with buttery smooth layups. The embodiment of the potitionless basketball.

    • @NM-ev7pu
      @NM-ev7pu 3 года назад

      He only grabs 7 boards per game, that is a bit underwhelming.

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад +3

      @@NM-ev7pu Pelicans are an elite rebounding team. He can easily average 10+ rebounds if he just hunted for more defensive rebounds like you see so many guards do these days.

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад

      His body is more like a massive center like Shaq in his prime. That is what is scary, the guy is 20 and already has the same frame as prime Shaq.

    • @NM-ev7pu
      @NM-ev7pu 3 года назад

      @@nostalgicbliss5547 Sorry but Shaq is quite a lot taller and was also heavier.

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад

      @@NM-ev7pu Shaq was heavier cause he was taller. Shaq at 20 was like 295. Zion is currently around 285-290 at 20 and he is 6 inches shorter than Shaq. Shaq didnt get to like 340 till his LA years.

  • @lorenzouseche-rodrigo7311
    @lorenzouseche-rodrigo7311 3 года назад +1

    This is the best basketball analysis out right now. We all appreciate your content.

  • @Kobe1k_
    @Kobe1k_ 3 года назад

    Incredible attention to detail. Subscribed.

  • @PK-ts8iz
    @PK-ts8iz 2 года назад +5

    Everyone saying "tHiS dId NoT aGe WeLl" like Zion's problems this season were predictable and that this video is wrong smh

    • @enthusiastofcute
      @enthusiastofcute 2 года назад

      Zion weight problems and health concerns were actually kinda predicted

  • @michaelgieseler2799
    @michaelgieseler2799 3 года назад +9

    8:32 that’s some Steph-like gravity just on the interior. Defenses are paying so much attention to Zion but it doesn’t matter

    • @itsgalf
      @itsgalf 3 года назад +4

      4:38 is also a nice freeze-frame. He's right in the middle of 4 defenders.

  • @barambae3371
    @barambae3371 3 года назад +1

    Bring back five thoughts!!! Also love the videos, I am from Europe and I absolutely love basketball!

  • @bobbosworld6795
    @bobbosworld6795 3 года назад +2

    Idk what I’m more impressed by, zions level of play, or your level of research. Phenomenal video!

  • @Dotsetc
    @Dotsetc 3 года назад +3

    This aspect of horizontal floating is basically why a MJ was so great which I see in Zion's finishes. MJ just floated past contests which with long arms and touch made it near impossible to stop him on a drive.
    That insane leaping ability makes it so hard to stop. Imagine you can jump, watch a dude jump and see him go down quicker than you do. Well this is literal tank coming at you. I think people are not realising enough that if not for injuries, purely based on stats, Zion is a contender for the top 10 of all time at the end of his career.
    Hes already recording top 3 all time numbers in scoring, scoring efficiency and all around stat lines.
    In his second year with a lot games missed of the previous.

    • @toteispoe4
      @toteispoe4 3 года назад +2

      This is with the Pelicans tanking his defensive rebounding numbers by having him leak out into transition instead of allowing him into the paint where he'd utterly dominate the defensive glass and even further validate the Barkley comparisons we are all aware of.

    • @Dotsetc
      @Dotsetc 3 года назад

      @@toteispoe4 Agree my man. The Pels use the same tactic as the Thunder with Westbrook. The bigs box out and the guard grabs the rebound to make a quick transition easier.
      Its basically why you see Hart who is a good rebounder nonetheless average 8 or something or why they are top 5 in defensive rebounding even though both big men dont average 10.

    • @Oppenheimer1967
      @Oppenheimer1967 3 года назад

      @@Dotsetc If Zion isn’t a top 10 player in the league now, how is he a contender for top 10 all time ?

    • @Dotsetc
      @Dotsetc 3 года назад

      @@Oppenheimer1967 Yea Nash and Kidd became great when they were 28 and 30.
      Doesnt mean a lot dude and based on stats hes already a top 5 player.
      You do realize the dude is 21 recording numbers in his second year only Wilt and MJ recorded right?

  • @voiceofreason2674
    @voiceofreason2674 3 года назад +4

    The pelicans honestly have a very bright future and have a good plan. I can understand exactly what Griffin and SVG are trying to do with each player and as a team

  • @mems3513
    @mems3513 3 года назад

    Enjoyed the video. Very informative.

  • @quincylockett7846
    @quincylockett7846 2 года назад

    Very very good video great editing...Bravo 👍🏿👍🏿

  • @rome8180
    @rome8180 3 года назад +3

    I wish this video had talked more about his touch. To me, it's not just how easily he gets to the rim or the ability to finish through contact. He has such a soft touch once he's there. He has so many difficult finishes that bounce a couple times on the rim and drop in.

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад +1

      He legit has the touch of a small guard like Tony Parker. I remember when Parker was in his prime, he would drive into the heart of the defense, surrounded by huge defenders and still find a way to create space and finish with ridiculous touch. Parker also abused the spin moves in the paint, he was so crafty.
      Zion legit has a bit of Charles Barkley (power, second jump) Michael Jordan (quick moves and excellent footwork around the basket) Derrick Rose (explosive first step, jumping from odd angles and still finishing with excellent body control), and Tony Parker because of Parker's craftiness and touch around the basket.
      He is a phenomenal talent. Just hope he improves his defense, free-throw shooting and at least adds a 12-15 ft jumper. He doesn't need a three-point shot to be the best player in the league and the face of the NBA!

    • @rome8180
      @rome8180 3 года назад

      @@nostalgicbliss5547 yeah, Kyrie came to mind for me. But same idea.

  • @garrettlittle5335
    @garrettlittle5335 3 года назад +30

    This dude is special. Reminds me a lot of charles barkley

    • @yunan9610
      @yunan9610 3 года назад +6

      A finesse one, his layups are softer than some guards out there

    • @Dotsetc
      @Dotsetc 3 года назад +2

      Always said that since the start. People were comparing him to Lebron or Shaq but hes really like Barkley.

    • @TOGGGAA1
      @TOGGGAA1 3 года назад +5

      Naw. Charles was more dynamic and had more mid range scoring, dribble, and post moves then Zion. Zion is more of a Larry Johnson, who also relied heavily on his strength and athletic abilities. If Zion doesn’t LOSE WEIGHT or develop his game more, he’s going to struggle exactly like Larry did later in his career. Is Zion still good if he has to play below the rim? Not really. Man is built like a linebacker. Needs to lose 40lbs and play SF if he wants to avoid injury and be a star longer then 5years

    • @ryandick9649
      @ryandick9649 3 года назад

      He does remind me of first-year Barkley with his dynamism and willingness to go to the hole, but also Larry Johnson on offense with all that brings, as Big Ugly mentioned. Barkley developed faster, though, adding post moves, fitness and a jumper under Moses' guidance, and Barkley had pretty good defense right away. What Zion seems to have also is support from the owner and coach in NO. All Charles got in Philly was Harold Katz nickel-and-diming away the rest of his quality teammates and coach for cheaper, lousier replacements.

    • @TheGbelcher
      @TheGbelcher 3 года назад +1

      I agree 💯 At 68 games, in terms of experience, Zion is still less than 2 seasons removed from high school. He didn’t really play a full season at Duke either.
      If he can keep learning and stay healthy, he’s up there with all the big names.

  • @Bob-fj7lr
    @Bob-fj7lr 3 года назад +2

    It has to be stated that SVG is a hell of a coach for being this creative with creating offense for a player. That runway screen is a great example of an adjustment that worked, They run in in different PnRs andpops, they let him bring the ball down, there's so much here I haven't even touched upon. It's a coaching match made in heaven, Fizdale wouldn't have been able to handle this

  • @johndixon1725
    @johndixon1725 3 года назад +1

    Great work and got hyped with that tease of the next greatest peaks

  • @bigfella1612
    @bigfella1612 3 года назад +7

    the defence section was spot on, he just looks really awkward with his footwork. really interested to see what his career becomes, he's an exciting player.

  • @keyodi
    @keyodi 2 года назад +4

    It’s like Charles Barkley and Shawn kemp had a baby

  • @Sul00777
    @Sul00777 Год назад +1

    He is my all time most favorite player to have watch. As much as we hear this about certain ball players, this time we really really really really mean this because he is so much different Than anyone that has ever played. True unique talent. It’s the most amazing thing I have ever seen from a player. I hope he finds something what Jordan found. If not better.

  • @michaelahurt
    @michaelahurt 3 года назад +1

    So refreshing to watch a Zion breakdown where hes not portrayed as the next Magic Johnson as a passer. I cannot stress how much I enjoy these videos. Everything is always contextualized and players weaknesses are openly acknowledged along with their strengths.

  • @Ricos5560
    @Ricos5560 3 года назад +14

    Been waiting on a Zion breakdown 🙏🏾

    • @KleinpeterHank
      @KleinpeterHank 3 года назад

      That could be taken the wrong way

    • @KleinpeterHank
      @KleinpeterHank 3 года назад

      @Gibran Camus Yea I got what you meant but the wording 😳

  • @Josh-sk5xd
    @Josh-sk5xd 3 года назад +5

    If Zion gets a consistent jumper or + post game and works on his FTs, the kid is basically going to be Jordanesque with Shaq/Barkley strength & power! League will be on lockdown!!
    Now if he can improve on defense and be more aggressive, forget about it!!!... He’ll be compared to Mike!!
    The kid’s finesse, athleticism, handles, and touch around the rim reminds me of MJ but with the strength and power of Shaq/Barkley(something about his game is similar to Barkley too, but it just isn’t there yet)!! Watch out!!
    He’s next in line!
    Btw Ben, analytics isn’t the end all be all. Analytics DOES NOT tell you the WHOLE story.

  • @qtrnn6207
    @qtrnn6207 3 года назад

    Thank you for the great content!

  • @Bongoinc69
    @Bongoinc69 3 года назад +2

    Been thinking a lot about Zion and the type of team that should be put around him.... Eventually, my favourite theoretical structure is along the lines of the Kawhi Raptors with a Villanova flavour.
    Having a lead guard like Kyle Lowry makes a lot of sense for a Zion team, as does a shooting guard and small forward tandem of Josh Hart and Mikal Bridges. All can dribble (varying degrees), pass (again) and shoot. The C position is still up in the air, but a Marc Gasol type really feels right.
    This structure has an incredible defensive presence at the point of attack and anchor the backline so that Zion can be more of the free safety while being surrounded by strong communicators.
    Can’t wait to see how he develops, but if I’m the Pels I would look at players that fit that bill. Great video as always.

  • @jaiden8102
    @jaiden8102 3 года назад +7

    It's crazy how Zion is so underrated right now

  • @connorlytle4235
    @connorlytle4235 3 года назад +4

    Loved this, Luka next please :)

    • @connorlytle4235
      @connorlytle4235 3 года назад +4

      I feel like there is a nice comparison between how Zion's high fg% is underrated, and Luka's 3% is underrated. Zion with his 2nd jump catching and putting back a lot of his misses, and Luka's 3 point shot difficulty. Two amazing stats that might show how crazy these two young players are in the league!

    • @dannydays8106
      @dannydays8106 3 года назад +4

      Honestly would love a follow up on Luka like this!!! 😊

    • @Thanosdidtherighthing
      @Thanosdidtherighthing 3 года назад +1

      @@connorlytle4235 Luka probably just isn’t that good of a shooter based on his 74% free throw. I think the bubble season without fans this year is probably inflating his %’s. I’ll change my tune if he has good shooting season from downtown in the future. He’s probably more of a tough shit maker than a good shooter.

  • @kidflickreviews308
    @kidflickreviews308 3 года назад

    Great video!

  • @RealHDAiNPC
    @RealHDAiNPC 3 года назад

    very nice video. please show this to Zion's training and coaching staff so he can fully reach his maximum potential. really have high hopes for this kid.

  • @JonMichaelDeShazer
    @JonMichaelDeShazer 3 года назад +4

    Seeing Zion absolutely torch my Nuggets the past 2 seasons, you can see why they traded for Aaron Gordon.

  • @kubr1ck36
    @kubr1ck36 3 года назад +4

    Makes me wonder how much damage MJ would do in this era

  • @dr.grinch9530
    @dr.grinch9530 Год назад +1

    Bro Layup Package Is Miserably Underrated 🔥

  • @ryanshook5006
    @ryanshook5006 3 года назад +1

    Best basketball channel on youtube no cap

  • @whocares3201
    @whocares3201 3 года назад +3

    We literaly had 2 top5 young performers of all time being drafted in back to back drafts...man the league is so stacked with talent right now, if only refs and sometimes the rules wouldnt drag it down.

  • @DLo-nw8sp
    @DLo-nw8sp 3 года назад +3

    man is just playing with his physical abilities and a left hand, but already destroying defenses
    Imagine an average jumpshot and a right hand as well, like it's the end

  • @groovestreet77
    @groovestreet77 3 года назад

    Dope video break down

  • @justinfleming1233
    @justinfleming1233 3 года назад +1

    great video, including the incredibly rare praise of Enes Kanter's defense at 3:50

  • @carlitostaquitos1179
    @carlitostaquitos1179 3 года назад +18

    His first step is Jordan-esque. You're already behind and you don't even know it

    • @agregs30
      @agregs30 3 года назад +2

      And if you’re already behind, you are absolutely getting bodied at the cup.

    • @falcon1378
      @falcon1378 3 года назад +1

      @@agregs30 and if you’re not getting bodied at the cup he’s gonna truck your a$$ for 2.

    • @Chasstful
      @Chasstful 3 года назад

      please don't compare him to JorDAN

  • @jonathanpeterson1984
    @jonathanpeterson1984 3 года назад +4

    He’s the best finisher I’ve ever seen.

  • @angelomanzi9272
    @angelomanzi9272 3 года назад

    Fantastic video.

  • @kingcam0775
    @kingcam0775 3 года назад +1

    Damn! I've been waiting for this. Watching him is so interesting. No one else really plays like him today. He's like Shaq with Jordan's ability to get to the rim from the perimeter.

    • @TheMissinLink
      @TheMissinLink 3 года назад +3

      He reminds me of Barkley. Using his mass to carve out high percentage shots expect he’s a much better athlete.

  • @KleinpeterHank
    @KleinpeterHank 3 года назад +4

    I wanted him to tie Shaqs record of 20+ points on 50% on April fools, on his 69th game no less. (Nice)
    Please let him stay healthy.

    • @OjoRojo40
      @OjoRojo40 3 года назад

      Barkley was even better, imagine that.

    • @Stroguable
      @Stroguable 3 года назад

      Please let him stay healthy.

    • @simonnysted2067
      @simonnysted2067 3 года назад +1

      @@OjoRojo40 Barkley didn’t average the same points as Zion until 4 year

    • @ehwassupdoc7901
      @ehwassupdoc7901 3 года назад +1

      but in his 2nd year he was all nba 2nd team and averaged 12 rebound seems pretty good to me

    • @OjoRojo40
      @OjoRojo40 3 года назад

      @@simonnysted2067 It's hard to score when you don't you know :p

  • @Zerigala1028
    @Zerigala1028 3 года назад +7

    Is this an April Fool's joke by not being an April Fool's joke?

  • @rayzrealm
    @rayzrealm 3 года назад

    *This is an incredibly crafted analysis.*

  • @031nathan
    @031nathan 2 года назад +1

    its crazy how much of this buckets are so contested and he still is one of the highest efficiency today, omg

  • @peterkuskis3825
    @peterkuskis3825 3 года назад +4

    Trying to hold back Zion’s drive to the rim is like trying to hold back a wall of water... 🌊

  • @akdreucadag1585
    @akdreucadag1585 3 года назад +4

    Imagine Shaq playing in this soft defense era! Damn! Shaq would average 40+ppg

  • @lerory09
    @lerory09 3 года назад

    beautiful breakdown man damn

  • @sergeynazaro1768
    @sergeynazaro1768 3 года назад

    Great video

  • @Abdullah-sl1sr
    @Abdullah-sl1sr 3 года назад +3

    Zion needs a coach like Mike D'Antoini and the right offensive sets once he has this not only will he be a better player but their team will start winning

  • @samclark4595
    @samclark4595 3 года назад +3

    It's amazing how he just takes a leisurely stroll through the lane. Imagine if someone actually played defense.

  • @andybrummel5555
    @andybrummel5555 3 года назад +1

    If he adopts a Jordanesk work ethic, as opposed to a Shack work ethic, we could see a virtual monster, in the making! Amazing break down of his skill set. It could not have been explained better by anyone. Nor could he have had better representation of his abilities, in any format. Thank You for the great video!

  • @emperorza5777
    @emperorza5777 3 года назад +1

    This is exactly what I *wanted to see* when Zion first entered the league. We need he was a freak athlete but I wanted to see his skill match that or at least compliment it! He really has the potential to be a superstar now!

    • @nostalgicbliss5547
      @nostalgicbliss5547 3 года назад

      Zion was already doing this in early 2020 after he came back from the injury, then Covid happened. He looked in real bad shape in the Bubble, but that was 5 months later.

  • @AaronMichaelLong
    @AaronMichaelLong 3 года назад +4

    HIs knees are going to implode. I like him, and I want him to succeed, but there is no way he's going to maintain that explosiveness unless he reduces his playing weight. He's 6'7", not 7'1", so he can't expect to just power through double-teams once his speed is gone, and gone it will be when his menisci finally give up. It's too bad, because his game is great, he's got fantastic handles, quickness, and good basketball IQ.

  • @futurehofer1564
    @futurehofer1564 3 года назад +5

    *averages 27ppg as a 20 year old*
    "Yeah he will be a low level MVP caliber player if he improves"
    lol

    • @blacknetsmed
      @blacknetsmed 3 года назад +1

      Lillard averages 30ppg on excellent efficiency and he is still what would classified as a low level mvp caliber player because terrible efforts.

  • @RazorTooths
    @RazorTooths 3 года назад +2

    Thank God the media has decided to focus on LaMelo now, Zion can develop his game without as much scrutiny as before

  • @canekgomez6850
    @canekgomez6850 3 года назад

    Nice one. You just gain another suscriber.

  • @gagelashley6486
    @gagelashley6486 2 года назад +5

    This video did NOT age well 😂

    • @kol8214
      @kol8214 2 года назад +1

      Zion turned kind of lazy

    • @KleinpeterHank
      @KleinpeterHank Год назад

      How did it not age well? It’s a breakdown of the 2021 scoring of Zion. Y’all goofy ass kids just spew the same 5 jokes. Go back to the lunch table.

  • @andrewvasey1070
    @andrewvasey1070 3 года назад

    Appreciate the siddious quote. This is the way

  • @laurentpecriaux1345
    @laurentpecriaux1345 3 года назад +1

    How can you doubt about Zanos ??? This man is amazing. I really wish him to stay healthy

  • @lamadesurvivor5216
    @lamadesurvivor5216 3 года назад

    I been saying since his high school breakout HE WAS DIFFERENT!!! Folks were saying “ he is just big” but weren’t adding he could maintain control of the ball! He was running the floor like a guard. Explosive af like a PF.