Videos

Brian Windhorst argues that Giannis Antetokounmpo is a better defender than LeBron James ever has been

Published by
Jonathan Sherman

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are now gaining serious playoff momentum in their attempt to repeat as NBA champions.

Obviously, that’s due in large part to the two-time MVP, who has played outstanding basketball throughout the playoffs. While he is, of course, a monster on the offensive side of the ball, his defensive dominance has been on display as well.

That level of defensive ability has led longtime NBA reporter Brian Windhorst to claim that Antetokounmpo is a better defender at the moment than four-time MVP LeBron James ever has been.

James was considered among the top defenders in the NBA for many years. He was able to utilize his size and speed along with his legendary basketball IQ to clog up lanes and stop offensive stars in their tracks.

He’s been named to six All-Defensive teams during his career. Though his defense has taken a step back in recent years, he still can put the clamps on when it matters most. Los Angeles Lakers fans know that fact quite well.

As for Antetokounmpo, what he may lack in basketball IQ compared to James is certainly made up for in his raw physical ability. He’s called the Greek Freak for a reason, and few players in the history of the league have displayed the combination of size, speed and coordination that he boasts.

His defensive mastery was on full display when the Bucks recently waxed the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the teams’ playoff series. With the win, the Bucks wrestled home-court advantage from the Celtics.

If the Bucks are able to repeat as champs. Antetokounmpo’s reputation will only continue to grow.

Jonathan Sherman

Jonathan is a freelance writer, filmmaker, and passionate fan of the NBA. In the past Jonathan has covered politics, entertainment, travel, and more. He is a proud contributor of Lakers Daily.

Published by
Jonathan Sherman

Recent Posts

Ex-teammate of Kobe and Shaq reacts to ‘BS’ narrative about Bryant being O’Neal’s sidekick

Gilbert Arenas is a self-described fan of Kobe Bryant, but he turned some heads when…

December 22, 2024

Jordan and Shaq’s ex-teammate discredits LeBron’s ‘bubble’ ring after he’s called Lakers legend

The Los Angeles Lakers have sky-high expectations compared to the lion's share of other NBA…

December 21, 2024

‘LeBron makes the trades’: Carmelo Anthony speaks out on chances of Lakers dealing LeBron James

Amid chatter about the future of 20-time All-Star LeBron James with the Los Angeles Lakers,…

December 20, 2024

DeMarcus Cousins says he and Anthony Davis would’ve helped Pelicans become contenders if not for ‘dumba-s’ Dell Demps

Former All-Star big man DeMarcus Cousins called out former New Orleans Pelicans general manager Dell…

December 19, 2024

Darvin Ham fires massive shot at Lakers: ‘Anywhere else I’m probably looking at an extension’

Darvin Ham has had more NBA Cup success than any coach in the league since…

December 18, 2024

Bobby Portis on the difference between the Bucks and the Lakers: ‘We’re not Hollywood’

The Milwaukee Bucks captured the 2024 NBA Cup title with a 97-81 victory over the…

December 18, 2024