Not Luka Doncic, not Stephen Curry! LaMelo Ball named as best point-guard in NBA

LaMelo Ball asserted as best Point Guard in the league over Stephen Curry and Luka Doncic by NBA vets Gilbert Arenas and Brandon Jennings.

Not Luka Doncic, not Stephen Curry! LaMelo Ball named as best point-guard in NBA

LaMelo Ball asserted as best Point Guard in the league

For years, Stephen Curry has occupied the top spot for the top point guard in the NBA. After winning multiple MVPs and Championships, Curry was the top dawg in the guard position for nearly a decade. However, the winds might be changing, as former NBA stars Brandon Jennings and Gilbert Arenas feel LaMelo Ball might be the new top guard in the league.

On the latest episode of the Gil’s Arena podcast, host Gilbert Arenas and the crew discussed the best young guard in the league. Arenas and the crew revealed their excitement for the future of LaMelo Ball as the star guard continues to tear up the league. Jennings and Arenas both went on to reveal why they feel Ball is better than stars like Stephen Curry and Luka Doncic as a point guard.

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To me, he (LaMelo Ball) is the best point guard right now in the NBA. You said Lamela ball is making the case to be the best point guard in the NBA right now, this is like what I want to see from him. Like when he’s healthy, when he can play you know. But right now, he’s just exciting and he’s making a case.

Brandon Jennings said

But the high praise for LaMelo Ball didn’t just stop there. Gilbert Arenas went on to share his own thoughts on Ball’s ceiling as a top guard in the league.

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His (Ball’s) ability is what you look for in the point guard. The fact that he can put up really big numbers, but he really a pass-first guard. If you put better players around him right, he’s going to make plays for them if his team is weak. He’ll score so he’s one of those hybrids that can go back and forth. He’s not just strictly a scorer, he has a passing mind.

Gilbert Arenas said

So far this season, LaMelo Ball has been one of the best performers. He has been on a scoring tear, averaging 40.3 points in his previous four games. While Stephen Curry and Luka Doncic may still hold the top spot for point guards in the league, Ball is certainly making a case to be among the best.

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LaMelo Ball’s blistering start to the season has solidified his position as one of the NBA’s brightest stars. Despite the Charlotte Hornets’ disappointing 6-12 record, he is rewriting the history books. The 22-year-old has joined an exclusive club of players averaging at least 30 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in their fifth season.

The feat has only been accomplished by Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Luka Doncic since the NBA-ABA merger. In just 18 games this season, Ball has averaged 31.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game, showcasing his all-around brilliance.

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While the Hornets continue to struggle in the standings, LaMelo Ball’s individual production has been nothing short of remarkable, certainly a silver lining for the franchise. His ability to dominate on the offensive end with a mix of flair and efficiency has made him must-watch television. His knack for creating shots has been pivotal for Charlotte’s offense.

However, to translate his historic start into wins, the Hornets will need a stronger collective effort to complement their young superstar. For now, LaMelo’s name sits among legends.