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The Best Middle-Aged Men in the NBA
G.O.A.T. said 10/27, 05:10 PM
Okay, here are the rules. All players must be in the age range of 26-31 as of now. Just pick five guys, 1 at each position.
Stats are from of 82games. Clutch is defined as 4th quarter or OT, less than 2 min. left, and the game within 5 pts either way.
PG-Chauncey Billups (age: 31)-This guy has led the NBA with his assists-per-turnover ratio the last two years. He's called Mr. Big Shot for a reason. He averages 35 points and 11 assists every 48 "clutch" minutes.
SG-Kobe Bryant (29)-Arguably the greatest player (skill-wise) in the game today. He averages 47.4 points every 48 clutch minutes and 82% in those situations. Last year, he averaged 32 points a game.
SF-Paul Pierce (30)-Not many people realize that he averaged 25 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists last year. He also averages 41 points every 48 clutch minutes. Also, he will flourish this year having good players around him.
PF-Kevin Garnett (31)-He's grabbed over 900 rebounds in each of the last 8 seasons. Last year he averaged 4 assists a game WITH THE T-WOLVES!
C-Tim Duncan (31)-Some consider TD to be the greatest to ever play the PF. He does play the 5 sometimes though. He averages a double-double (20, 11).
Denis24 said 10/28, 11:12 AM
PG - Chauncey Billups (31) - A proven veteran that is one of the most clutch PG in the league. His championship experience is what sets him apart from other PGs.
SG - Kobe Bryant (29) - Even with his horrible attitude, he is the best BASKETBALL
SF - Ron Artest (27)
PF - Kevin Garnett (31)
C - Tim Duncan (31)
G.O.A.T. said 10/30, 04:42 PM
So pretty much this is a Paul Pierce vs. Ron Artest debate. Here goes...
We'll start with the basics:
Paul Pierce, along with the averages mentioned above, had a 44% FG percentage and an 80% FT percentage.
Ron Artest, last year, averaged 19 points (less than Pierce), 7 rebounds (1 more), and 3 assists (less). It's obvious that Pierce has the edge so far.
Paul Pierce Stats:
DrawF% (how well they draw fouls)- 14.1
Passing Rating- 5.5
Player Rating (how well they rebound)- 16.7
Block Rating- 1.1
'Hands' Rating (how well they handle the ball)- 13.8
Ron Artest Stats:
DrawF%- 15.2
Passing Rating- 4.7
Player Rating- 18.4
Block Rating- 1.9
'Hands' Rating- 12.5
All of the categories are pretty close (within 2 or 3 points). But are they clutch in those categories? (All of these are clutch as defined by 82games.com)
Pierce Clutch Stats:
Scoring per 48 min.- 40.6
DrawF- 15.7
Passing- 4.9
Player- 15.3
Block- 2.2
'Hands'- 11.5
Artest Clutch Stats:
Scoring per 48 min.- 26.5
DrawF- 18.8
Passing- 2.5
Player- 16.3
Block- 5.4
'Hands'- 6.2
Just compare each and you'll see that Pierce has at least a decent advantage over Artest. More to come.
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TYPO: In the second paragraph, it should read, "Clutch is defined as 4th quarter or OT, less than FIVE min. left, and the game within 5 points either way." Sorry about that.
G.O.A.T.
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Nice team. I can think of one better at SF though
PeavyFan:…
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26 is "middle age" in the NBA? Cmon.
Cowboys-Celtics-Chis…
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PeavyFan, I think I know who you are thinking of.
Cowboys-Celtics-ChiSox, young in the NBA is 25 and under. Old is mid-30s. I just took all the ages in between.
G.O.A.T.
Scranton, PA
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AHHH!!!!!!! STUPID I MESSED UP
Denis24
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Why are players in their late 20's considered middle-aged? Last time I checked middle-aged was supposed to be people in their late 30's.
TradeAngelos
Lutherville, MD
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Middle-aged in the NBA is completely different from real life. Besides, what do you call players that are young (25 or younger) and aren't old (mid- to late-30s)?
G.O.A.T.
Scranton, PA
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Sorry GOAT, but I just don't have time to do this, sorry. It's kinda a hard topic too.
Denis24
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Great job GOAT. You should get more active on your throwdowning. I'm quite impressed.
TheSportsGuy.…
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UPSET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gu3
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i honestly dont know why i am not ranked
Gu3
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whos the other guy?
Secret Squirrel
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the other SF?
Secret Squirrel
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I think they were referring to Tracy McGrady.
G.O.A.T.
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