Austin Rivers Angers LeBron James Faithful With Kevin Durant Scoring Comparison

LeBron James supporters are likely feeling irked by Austin Rivers' candid ranking of the forward among NBA's elite scorers. The former player and current podcaster, son of renowned coach Doc Rivers, expressed his views, ranking Kevin Durant, James Harden, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, and Allen Iverson above LeBron. Rivers stated he finds LeBron's scoring style less appealing, claiming the NBA's all-time scoring leader lacks the diverse skill set of Durant. He emphasized, “LeBron’s game, while powerful and strategic, doesn't embody the quintessential scorer. Although he's improved his jump shot over the years, Durant surpasses him in offensive versatility.” Unsurprisingly, Rivers faced backlash from LeBron’s fervent fanbase, who criticized his playing career and dismissed his opinions as lacking substance. While some agreed with Rivers' notion, others vehemently defended LeBron's scoring capabilities, arguing the aesthetics of scoring shouldn’t overshadow efficiency and effectiveness on the court.

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