Many young basketball players today have their idols to look up to. In the 90s, it was all about Michael Jordan. Then, in the 2000s and 2010s, kids were yelling the names of Stephen Curry and Kobe Bryant as they threw their crumpled papers into the bin. But times are changing, and now a new superstar is emerging for kids to model their game after.
According to Carmelo Anthony on the Point Forward Podcast, the Los Angeles Clippers’ Paul George is the player making the biggest impact on the game right now. George isn’t just known for his skills on the court; he’s also got a cool line of sneakers and a podcast that brings fans closer to the NBA.
Melo believes kids have shifted from wanting to be like Steph Curry to wanting to be like Paul George
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Kids everywhere want to be like Paul George because he’s not only great at both offense and defense but he’s also got a style and intelligence that set him apart. While he may not have the same legendary status as Stephen Curry or Jordan, George’s influence on the game is undeniable.
