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The player who is closest to LeBron James right now is Amen Thompson.
Some people are freak athletes and then there are athletes in the NBA. Players whose speed strength and agility make them appear nearly superhuman and whose physical prowess defies logic. LeBron James has been the pinnacle of this uncommon breed for many years. However, Amen Thompson is a new name that is starting to emerge. He is the closest thing we have seen to LeBron in years because of his size speed and explosiveness.
A Seldom Found Athletic Item.
The rising star of the Houston Rockets Amen Thompson is changing the definition of what it means to be an NBA elite athlete. He has been compared to some of the best basketball players ever because of his ability to cover ground respond quickly and control both ends of the court. The Ringer claims that Thompsons defensive presence is so formidable that he can cover several players at once and fill in seemingly insurmountable gaps. Few players are able to disrupt plays the way he does because of his speed and reaction time.
The athleticism of the Thompson twins has been recognized by LeBron James himself who has referred to it as pure athleticism and emphasized that it is just that they are built differently. Coming from a player who has demonstrated for twenty years that superior athleticism can lead to dominance that is high praise.
How LeBron James and Amen Thompson Are Similar.
1. Rapidity and explosiveness.
Regardless of his size LeBron has always been able to move like a guard. Using his lightning-fast speed to chase down opponents block shots and finish at the rim with authority Thompson exemplifies this quality. He is an absolute nightmare for defenses because of his almost unrivaled transition game.
2. Adaptability in defense.
LeBron's versatility as a guard has long been a source of admiration. He is being followed by Thompson who shuts down elite scorers with his length and agility. He reminds me of LeBron at his best because he can switch players and still have an impact.
3. IQ and instincts for basketball.
Even though Thompson is still honing his offensive skills he already has exceptional court awareness and play reading skills. He naturally knows when to attack when to pass and how to thwart opposing offenses much like LeBron.
Amen Thompsons Future.
Despite his youth Thompsons trajectory indicates that he has the potential to rank among the league's most dominant players. If he keeps improving, he might be the next generation of talent. His athleticism alone makes him a strong candidate for future All-Star selections.
Amen Thompson is a name to keep an eye on if you're a fan hoping to see the next black athlete dominate the NBA. He's the closest thing to LeBron James we've seen in years because of his speed strength and intelligence. Like LeBron before him he has the potential to redefine what it means to be an elite player if he keeps going in this direction.
