Isaiah Thomas says Luka Doncic owes style to overlooked NBA star
Isaiah Thomas has sparked debate after linking Luka Doncic’s style to another NBA superstar’s influence. The former All-Star suggested Doncic’s game is not entirely unique, pointing to a key figure who – according to himself – reshaped offensive basketball.
Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images Isaiah Thomas has sparked debate after linking Luka Doncic’s style to another NBA superstar’s influence. The former All-Star suggested Doncic’s game is not entirely unique, pointing to a key figure who – according to himself – reshaped offensive basketball. His comments arrive as Doncic continues in the mix for the MVP race, as his performances have been central to the Lakers sitting third in the Western Conference.
Isaiah Thomas sees James Harden’s legacy on Luka Doncic Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images Thomas shared his view on X, crediting another star for paving the way for the Slovenian guard. “There’s no Luka if James Harden doesn’t exist… James Harden changed the game and he doesn’t get enough credit. Luka plays exactly how prime Harden played in Houston.
And the you couldn’t stop NOTHING!!!! Real hoop game with manipulation of the game to go in they favor OMG,” he wrote. Doncic is currently averaging 33.
6 points, 7. 8 rebounds and 8. 3 assists per game, according to SofaScore.