George “The Iceman” Gervin on Today’s NBA: “I’d Score None”

One of the greatest scorers in NBA history, George Gervin, was asked how many points he’d average in today’s game. His answer? “None, ’cause I couldn’t play it. These guys are just so much better than them guys. I had my turn, now it’s these guys’ turn — let ’em enjoy it, like I enjoyed it when I had my turn.” The humility is striking coming from a man who once dropped 33 PPG in a season and was famous for the silky finger roll. #GeorgeGervin #NBAHistory #Iceman #NBADebate #ScoringGreats #NBA #Sports

3 days ago

Prophet Elijah

He is just being modest. Wise men don’t get drawn ✍️ into drama

Little Rock, AR

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Donald Nixon

If Gilgeous Alexander can average 30.. Ice woukd average 40 to 45... Gervin was from my era.... He litteraly was unstoppable... He was 6-8... huge fir a guard at that time... Quick, fast, deceptive.. coukd go left, right, shoot midrange, three point range.. Could score from anywhere on the court.. He was too big for guards, too quick fir forwards.. And, he was exciting to watch.. He also gave you 5 to 7 rebounds per game.. He was a great player

Washington, DC

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jason jones

What a class response. Man, if LeBron could only be so humble.

Boise, ID

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Benjamin Jackson

ICE could average 40 today if he played, there's no defense played today like back then no hand checking, 6'8 shooting guard.🤔

The Bronx, NY

Foxtrottracker

"Coolest" nickname ever, Y'all see what I did there?

Baltimore, MD

Gene Luna

Excellent remark to accept that few, if any, of 60's-70's players could hang with today's top players. I agree totally... I also think the "GOAT" debates fail to acknowledge the generational differences in athletic abilities.

West Columbia, SC

Kenneth Grafenreed

He once said "Anyone can dunk, but everyone can't finger roll". No truer word spoken...

Memphis, TN

Donald Nixon

and coukd post you up

Washington, DC

crazy one

Did not have the 3 point shot for a good part of his career either. Also played when the defense was much more physical and flagrant/hard fouls were rarely called. In today’s game where it is spread the ball out and shoot 3’s he would be even better. He would have been a superstar in any era.

Nashua, NH

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Dave Borys

I saw Iceman play once when he was in San Antonio with the Spurs. Quietest 40 points I've ever seen. He was something!

Spring Hill, FL

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