Some peoplecould think that the Boston Celtics former players should hate on the current Los Angeles Lakersâ players, or viceversa. However, for Paul PierceandKevin Garnett that isnât the case when it comes to Anthony Davis. As the 7-footer has delivered huge performances in the last two weeks.
Anthony Davishas put up huge numbers in the lastfive performances,with31.6 points, 11.8 rebounds and 2.6 assistsper game, while LeBron James has helped with his28.2 points, 8.6 rebounds and 6.0 assists in the last 5 games. However, their record went down to 1-4 in those games.
Thatâs when the criticism started once again. LeBron got Davisâ back with a huge statement after their fourth loss, and now Paul Pierce has taken on Anthony Davisâ haters for what heâs done through the entire season, not only in the last five games.
NBA News: Paul PiercepraisesAnthony Davis over his haters
Inthe Kevin Garnettâs podcast, Paul Pierce took his time to explain whythis is the version of Anthony Davis that the Lakers have been waiting for.âBut this is the version of A.D. the Lakers need,â Pierce said. âThis is what weâve been talking about. He needs to take over, be the guy. A.D.âs the guy. If heâs in the MVP talks, then the Lakers got something.âhe mentioned.
âThatâs the thing, K.G.,â Pierce replied. âWe all know he was capable skill-wise, capable of this. Itâs just about the mentality of going out there, doing it every night. Heâs the only one in the league that can match up with Greek Freak (Giannis Antetokounmpo), and we say Greek Freak is the best player in the league.âabout hisups and downs in the league.
In the last five matchupsDavis has averaged31.6 points, 11.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists. In fact,Anthony Davishas delivered way more than expected for theLakers. However, in theâClutchâ situationsis where fans believehe has let their team down. Thatâs why the criticism hasnât stopped, even with ahuge winning streak.
