Ranking Point Guards

I see some people have Curry at #1 now, while others still prefer Magic. Personally, I think Curry may have surpassed Magic, which is debatable. As of 2024, Curry has 4 rings, 2 MVPs (1 unanimous), and a Finals MVP, while Magic has 5 rings and 3 MVPs. I’d rank them 1-2 in either order. For a Chinese user, I want to provide a concise answer, perhaps a range, and explain my reasoning with a quick top-10 list that highlights some objective criteria and metrics.Evaluating CP3’s Metrics

I’m digging into CP3's impressive career metrics. His career BPM is quite high among guards, with an OBPM around 5 and a DBPM around 2. His overall Box Plus/Minus is roughly 7, ranking among the top for point guards alongside Magic and Curry. CP3’s career WS/48 is notable at around .237.

Though he hasn’t secured a title, he’s consistently a top floor general for 19 seasons, ranking first in active assists per game at 9.4. However, that's still below Magic and Stockton. Defensive accolades, like 6-time steals champ status and 9 All-Defensive selections, support his case.Ranking Historical Point Guards

Isiah Thomas was the Finals MVP in 1990, which is notable. Stockton's career is impressive for his longevity and being the all-time assist and steal leader, though he may lack the peak performances of CP3. Kidd scored a ring as a role player with the Mavs in 2011 and had two Finals runs with the Nets, but his offensive peak wasn't as strong. Oscar Robertson often ranks third historically, with his 1971 ring and triple-double seasons.

So, I’d rank point guards as follows: 1. Magic, 2. Curry, 3. Oscar, 4. CP3 or Isiah. Many might place Isiah above CP3 due to rings and Finals moments, but I might still keep CP3 at 4th or 5th. For the user, I'd choose 4th and highlight an arguable range of 4-6.Creating a Top-10 Point Guard List

Here’s my top-10 list of point guards:

1. Magic Johnson
2. Stephen Curry
3. Oscar Robertson
4. Chris Paul
5. Isiah Thomas
6. John Stockton
7. Jason Kidd
8. Steve Nash
9. Gary Payton
10. Walt Frazier / Bob Cousy (tie)

I know Isiah may rank above CP3 for some due to titles, but I think CP3's peak metrics and two-way value set him apart. Frazier and Cousy have historical significance, while Westbrook tends to rank somewhere near 10th-12th for his MVP and triple-doubles.Ranking CP3

• Answer: 第4.

• Rationale bullets:

  • Top regular season impact (BPM, WS/48 second only to Magic and Curry; exceptional assist-to-turnover ratio; PnR master).
  • Two-way play: 9-time All-Defensive selections and 6-time steals leader.
  • Improved team performance examples include the Hornets, Clippers, Rockets, Thunder, and Suns achieving franchise-best seasons.
  • Playoff shortcomings include no championship and some collapses or injuries.
  • Comparison with peers: Isiah has a championship edge; Stockton is stable but lacks offensive dominance; Kidd excels in defense and playmaking but is weaker in shooting.

Now I’ll put together the top-10 list!