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I don’t think there’s a very clear answer. They’re the consensus top 2 in the league, similar age, career achievements and late bloomers. Both relatively injury free so far though Jokic is more available, both seem intent on staying all or most of their careers with their draft team.

Personally, I think it’s harder to build a team around Giannis you’re going to need people to compliment his weaknesses in shooting, free throws and late-game situations. Jokic dosen’t need as specific tailoring of teammates to his skills so your team might be more consistent through roster transitions. I guess you could knock Joker down for his defense but finding a power forward like Gordon who can cover up a bit on defense is easier than finding multiple good shooters.

Secondly, Joker’s game atleast appears like it’ll age better because it’s more IQ and finesse than athleticism. That might change if Giannis develops his game with age like Lebron did but it’s a less certain bet than Jokic.

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[–] Supreme_God_Bunny@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

It comes down to what you want more, Defense or Passing and I value defense more

[–] dash_44@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

They’re both great so I’m going to pick Giannis because there’s a portion of Jokic fans that are really annoying

[–] Every-Cup-4216@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Jokic by a hair.

Let’s put it this way: imagine if Dame and Jokic had been paired up instead of Giannis.

[–] John_Lives@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Neither. What have they really done? Most years they don't even win a championship

[–] Puchaks_101@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Jokic, more complete, more of a threat. If you leave Giannis at the 3 point line or perimeter, and clog the lane, he's not much of a threat.

That’s only because his teammates brick side open, even if Jokic is closer to unstoppable

[–] StormSaniWater@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago
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