Thinking Basketball #222: Who *could* be the GOAT? (Part I)
Aug 31, 2023
Exploring the uncertainty of player rankings and the influence of teammate quality on determining the greatest players. The importance of evaluating players' contributions and the impact of injuries and financial constraints. Debating the 'greatest' title and questioning the validity of using championship rings. The significance of plus-minus statistics and box score in determining the GOAT. The creation abilities and box score signals of Magic Johnson and Steve Nash. Analyzing Steve Nash's offensive GOAT argument and debating Kevin Garnett's impact. The influence of teammates on a player's greatness.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Influence of Winning Bias
03:11 • 12min
Evaluating basketball players and questioning the 'greatest' title
15:20 • 4min
Exploring the Greatest Basketball Player of All Time
19:32 • 19min
Analyzing the Impact of Steph Curry and Dremon Green on the Warriors
38:26 • 3min
The Two Parts of the GOAT Equation
41:14 • 13min
The Importance of Box Score Signal and Playmaking Skills in Determining the Offensive GOAT
54:39 • 2min
Analyzing Steve Nash's Offensive GOAT Argument
56:25 • 9min
The Case for Kevin Garnett as One of the Greatest Players of All Time
01:05:52 • 18min
The Influence of Teammates on a Player's Greatness
01:23:49 • 3min