Discussions with Jerry West delve into Muhammad Ali, Splash Brothers, and LeBron James
In the build-up to the NBA Finals, legendary basketball figure Jerry West has been making waves with his insights and admiration for the teams and players involved.
The Golden State Warriors, led in part by West's influence as a consultant, will face the Cleveland Cavaliers, aiming to establish a 2-0 lead. West has singled out the "Splash Brothers" duo of Klay Thompson and Stephen Curry as key factors in the Warriors' success. He praised their adaptability and effectiveness, highlighting Thompson's ability to score more than 20 points in crucial games.
West, who is also a former player, has expressed a desire to have played basketball with the Warriors during a recent event at Oracle Arena. He referred to Curry as "the face of the NBA," and admired his finesse-driven playstyle, in contrast to the more forceful approaches of other players.
However, West's affections are not limited to the Warriors. He has also spoken highly of LeBron James, the main man of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite James' record of 2-4 in the NBA Finals, West expressed respect for the four-time MVP, going so far as to criticize the comparison of his Finals record as "the most ridiculous thing."
West has shown empathy towards James, stating that he would want to strangle media for taking shots at James' Finals record. West also expressed admiration for James' impact on social issues, and his courage, which West believes is evident in his continued pursuit of NBA championships.
The Warriors' bench, according to West, performed exceptionally well in Game 1, a performance he questioned whether they could maintain or if Thompson and Curry could score more than 20 points combined in the next game.
Meanwhile, Kevin Love, who was involved in a trade that West opposed two years ago, now plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers. The search results do not provide the name of the person who worked as a consultant for the Warriors and rejected a planned transfer of Thompson to Minnesota two years before the current NBA Finals series against the Cavaliers.
West's influence extends beyond basketball, as his graceful dribbling style served as the model for the NBA's logo. His admiration for Muhammad Ali, who passed away on Friday, was also evident, with West expressing admiration for Ali's courage, impact on social issues, and athletic greatness.
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