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Jeff Van Gundy Reveals Why Michael Jordan Would Average 40 Points Per Game In The Modern NBA

NBA broadcaster reveals why Michael Jordan would average 40 in the NBA today.

Nico Martinez
Jan 8, 2023
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Like a lot of former NBA superstars, Michael Jordan’s greatness is slowly being taken for granted. As the years fly by, and more and more stars add their own names to the history books, it’s getting harder to remember just how great MJ was during his prime, even for those who watched it.

It’s gotten so bad that there’s a growing number of fans in the NBA who claim that Jordan was more a product of the times than anything else and that he wouldn’t be nearly as successful in today’s league.

But on an episode of ‘The Ryen Russillo Podcast,’ former NBA coach Jeff Van Gundy explained why, contrary to popular belief, Michael Jordan would have dominated today’s era even more than he dominated his own.

“If you would give the ball to Jordan in his prime with these rules, with all the shooting, and think that he wasn’t going to shoot over 50%? Michael shot over 50% with limited 3-point shooting, and limited space in the triangle offense….at the highest form of physicality, the (Detroit) Pistons or the (New York) Knicks trying to take your head off. So there is (absolutely) no question Michael Jordan would have led the league in scoring (in today’s time)…..he would’ve averaged 40 (points).”

Jordan attempted less than two three-pointers a game for his career, but it was during a time when three-pointers weren’t nearly as prevalent. Had he played today, his work ethic and dedication would have allowed him to adapt to the modern-day playstyle.


Metta Sandiford-Artest Believes MJ Would Average 50 In Today’s Game

Obviously, JVG isn’t the only one who thinks Jordan would find success in the modern basketball world. Back in August, Metta Sandiford-Artest (formerly known as Metta World Peace) said something very similar.

“More than James Harden,” Artest said, when asked how many points MJ would average in the modern-day game. “I was at the Jordan era. I was in the LeBron [James], Kobe [Bryant], [Tim] Duncan, and I was at the tail end. I’ve played with these guys. I’ve seen all the 3-point balls go up. Jordan would average 50 (h/t Lakers Nation).”

So, there you have it. Like many fans who watched MJ for themselves will tell you, there wasn’t anything the guy couldn’t do on the court, and there wasn’t an obstacle he wasn’t able to overcome.

So while it might be a challenge for MJ to keep up with today’s crazy shooting revolution, he’d put in enough work to make up the difference.

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Nico Martinez is a veteran staff writer for Fadeaway World from Brooklyn, New York. He joined Fadeaway World in 2016 and is currently residing in Columbia, South Carolina. Nico holds a degree in Sports Management from Columbia International University where he built a strong foundation in the inner workings of sports media and management. Nico's contributions have significantly enhanced the credibility and depth of Fadeaway World's content, earning him recognition across the sports journalism community. His work has been discussed in prestigious publications like Sports Illustrated. A dedicated follower of LeBron James, Nico often leads coverage on news related to the basketball star. With nearly a decade of experience in sports journalism, Nico consistently provides comprehensive and timely basketball news, engaging a wide audience of basketball enthusiasts.Nico's most desired player to interview, past or present, is Kevin Durant. He is particularly keen on asking Durant if he has any regrets about his career, especially concerning his departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder, and why he engages so much with fans on social media. 
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