With the 2019-20 NBA season still on hiatus due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, there has been ample time for debate regarding some of the pecking orders in league history.
Among the notable topics was the comparison of two of the NBA’s more prolific, modern-day dynasties in the Los Angeles Lakers and mid-2010’s Golden State Warriors. Although there is plenty of speculation surrounding the style of play and some of the rule changes, Golden State’s lack of an answer for Shaquille O’Neal has served as the common, deciding factor.
While Draymond Green remains as one of the best defenders in the league today, there is still a clear mismatch when it comes to guarding O’Neal.