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Darvin Ham Calls Anthony Davis A Top 5 Player In The NBA After Game 1 Performance

Darvin Ham showered Anthony Davis with praise after dominant performance in Game 1 over the Warriors.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
May 4, 2023
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Anthony Davis was the main talking point for everyone heading out of Game 1 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors.

Davis scored 30 points and grabbed 23 rebounds in a dominant two-way performance which coach Darvin Ham was left extremely impressed by.

“He had some monster performances that year he was with New Orleans, but all of that is in the past. I think he’s doing exactly what I anticipated him to do. He’s playing like the top five NBA player that he is.”

"He's playing like the top 5 NBA player that he is." 🗣️

– Darvin Ham after AD's 30 PTS, 23 REB Game 1#NBAPlayoffs presented by Google Pixel pic.twitter.com/c9m7awPC9Q

— NBA (@NBA) May 3, 2023

Davis is averaging 22.1 points, 15.0 rebounds, and 4.3 blocks in the playoffs. His offensive numbers have struggled due to inconsistencies in production but AD has been a defensive monster consistently. He has more blocks than assists so far in the playoffs and is dominating the paint in almost every game, whether offensively or defensively.


The Number One Option On The Lakers

It’s become obvious in the playoffs that the Lakers are using AD as their primary option instead of LeBron James, a decision that seems motivated by LBJ himself. We’re seeing the best version of off-ball LBJ, as he’s letting his younger teammates do most of the heavy lifting while stepping up in important moments.

Davis’ sudden spike in block numbers can also be credited to the LBJ and Jarred Vanderbilt frontcourt defense combination, funneling players from the baseline or the weak side to the paint where AD is ready to meet them. The Lakers played drop coverage and still managed to beat a Warriors team that was shooting lights out for most of the game.  

Game 2 is going to be a war tomorrow night, as the Lakers will look to go back home with a 2-0 lead. Anthony Davis needs to repeat his Game 1 heroics to ensure that is possible. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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