Two of the most promising NBA players today are the Houston Rockets’ Jalen Green and Cam Whitmore.
Their athletic capabilities, coupled with their profound skill sets, have seen them being compared to established NBA legends.
Green and Whitmore are sought-after guards in the league, known for their broad scoring reach. Their athletic prowess is underpinned by Rockets’ Coach Ty Lue, who recognizes them as high-volume scorers with a potential that is a force to reckon with.
In a conversation with The Athletic, Ty Lue agreed that Green and Whitmore embody characteristics of NBA legends Carter and McGrady.
“T-Mac and Vince Carter when they got to Toronto,”
“It reminds me a lot of those two guys. Two very athletic guys understanding how to figure it out how to play with one another. Kind of the same duo over here in Houston.”
“T-Mac and Vince Carter when they got to Toronto. It reminds me a lot of those two guys… Kind of the same duo over here in Houston.”
– Ty Lue on Jalen and Cam
(Via The Athletic)
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Both legends, boasting exceptional athleticism, dominated two seasons in the NBA, setting benchmarks high for upcoming talents.
Carter and McGrady, although only playing two seasons together as part of the Toronto Raptors before the latter’s strategic move to the Orlando Magic in 200, were renowned for their remarkable athleticism.
This talent, coupled with their impressive scoring abilities, was what propelled them towards being considered among the league’s finest.
The future of Green, who has just one season left in his contract, remains uncertain. He can either become a trade target or earn an extension from the Rockets.
If the latter materializes, fans could witness the inception of a potentially groundbreaking alliance with Whitmore.
If the Rockets decide to respect the public sentiment and extend Green’s stint, he might get to build an unprecedented rapport with Whitmore.
Together, they could turn into a force to be reckoned with, possibly dominating subsequent seasons and etching their name in the annals of the NBA.
