Do you agree? A Smith s top five point guards: First Magician, Second Curry

In the long history of basketball, the point guards have always played an extremely critical role. They are like the team's offensive commanders, controlling the rhythm and direction of the game. Among the many basketball commentators, the well-known sports commentator Stephen A-Smith carefully selected the five greatest point guards in NBA history in a highly anticipated program.

The first place is Johnson, who is known as the "magic". Elvin Johnson, a tall guard who is different from traditional point guards, has an unthinkable basketball vision and passing skills. He is like a general who is in charge on the court, and he accurately finds the best position of his teammates with every pass. In the sixth game of the 1980 Finals, the Lakers star Jabbar was injured and the young Johnson was ordered to play in a guest appearance, not only scored 42 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists, but also led the team to win the championship. His magical skills such as "no looking at people to pass the ball" and "passing the ball behind the back" have become an eternal classic picture in the history of basketball. Research by many scholars also shows that Johnson's passing creativity and ability to control the game have completely changed the traditional definition of point guard and set a new benchmark for latecomers.

ranked second with Stephen Curry. Curry's appearance has brought basketball games into a new era - the small ball era. He has amazing three-point shooting ability, and his long three-point shooting range, fast shooting speed and high shooting percentage have all subverted people's perception of how basketball scores. In the 2015-2016 season, Curry led the Warriors to a record of 73 wins and 9 losses in the regular season and successfully won the championship. That season, Curry scored 402 three-pointers in a single season, breaking the record he held. His three-pointer is not only a scoring method, but also a tactical weapon, forcing his opponent to expand his defense range, thus creating more offensive space for his teammates. Many experts believe that Curry's three-point revolution has made basketball more ornamental and offensive, and has promoted tactical changes throughout the league.

ranked third with Isiah-Thomas. Thomas is the core figure of the "Bad Boys Legion" of the Detroit Pistons. He has a tough style of play and high fighting spirit. In the game, he never fears any opponent. With his short but flexible body, he actively fights on the defensive end and makes a sharp breakthrough on the offensive end. He led the Pistons to win the championship for two consecutive years in 1989 and 1990, becoming an important force for Eastern Conference teams to compete with the Lakers and Bulls. Thomas' title of "Smiling Assassin" is not just a false reputation. He always gives a fatal blow when his opponent relaxes his vigilance. His playing style and leadership skills have inspired generations of point guards to fight on the court.

ranked fourth with Jason Kidd. Kidd is a point guard known for his comprehensiveness and has excellent passing, rebounding and defense. His career lasted 19 seasons, played for several teams and led the New Jersey Nets to the Finals twice. Kidd's organizational ability is unique. He can accurately find his teammate's position in a fast-paced game and launch an efficient fast attack. He is also an excellent defender and has been selected for the best defensive team many times. Many coaches praised Kidd as the "coach" on the court. His understanding and control of the game made him an indispensable core figure in the team.

ranked fifth with Chris Paul. Paul is a point guard with comprehensive skills and extremely high ball quotient. He has excellent ball-handling skills and mid-range shooting ability, and can flexibly choose attack methods according to his opponent's defense during the game. Paul is also an excellent leader. He is always able to inspire his teammates on the court and lead the team forward continuously. Although he has not won a championship in his career, his strength and influence cannot be underestimated. Many players have said that Paul’s game experience and leadership have played an important role in their growth.

These five point guards have demonstrated outstanding basketball talent and leadership in different eras. Their achievements have not only won honors for themselves, but also made important contributions to the development of basketball. Their stories will be forever engraved in the history of the NBA, inspiring future basketball stars to continue to pursue excellence.