Jrue Holiday may only be a one-time All-Star, but it is clear that he is one of the best guards in the game, who can provide an impact on both ends of the floor. There’s no doubt that a lot of his peers respect his play. In particular, his defense has been complimented by many stars in the NBA.
The Milwaukee Bucks traded for Jrue Holiday after falling short in the playoffs once again, and with his addition, they managed to win the 2020-21 NBA championship. On a recent episode of the Knuckleheads podcast, Bucks legend Oscar Robertson revealed that to him, Jrue Holiday was the difference for the Milwaukee Bucks. (38:20)
When they got Holiday, that made a difference for them.
You have to have good guards to win championships. I don’t care what they say. You don’t have to have the greatest scorers but you need good guards on your team.
There is no question that Jrue Holiday showed his worth during his playoff run with the Milwaukee Bucks, and while his offensive game was inconsistent at times, his defense never faltered. Jrue Holiday is a savvy guard. Giannis Antetokounmpo has deservedly gotten the majority of the attention from the media, but Jrue Holiday was key to them winning the title. As Robertson says, guard play is vital, and the Milwaukee Bucks have one of the best guards in the business.
The road to the title next season will potentially be more difficult for the Milwaukee Bucks than their road this season. However, the Milwaukee Bucks are still a great team, and when healthy, they have a great shot against any team in the league. The Milwaukee Bucks will certainly try their hardest to defend their title next season, and Jrue Holiday will play a huge part in that.
