The Warriors and the Lakers both made big deals but the results were different. Where is Butler better than Doncic?

Text/Jiang Shihua

There is nothing wrong with it. When we are not optimistic, the Warriors become the seventh team in NBA history to complete the Black Seven Miracle, but another Lakers who have made big deals have already gone home to fish. As the saying goes, there is no harm without comparison? Both the Warriors and the Lakers made big deals, but the results were completely different. How strong is Butler than Doncic? The author believes that at least two points are stronger.

From the playoffs in the middle of the regular season to the Western Conference semi-finals, the Warriors benefited from Butler's joining. The Lakers also welcomed Doncic's joining in the middle of the regular season, but everyone has seen the results, which are very different. Judging from the development potential and ability to brush data alone, Doncic is undoubtedly more traffic than Butler. However, when it comes to the contribution to the team, Butler is stronger than Doncic at least two points:

First: Offensive and Defensive balance, especially after coming to the Warriors, Butler is very clear about his tactical position. When Curry is in a smooth manner, he is willing to be a green leaf, and he is more dedicated to the defensive end. When Curry was in trouble, Butler was able to stand up bravely and solve the problem with his personal abilities. On the other hand, Doncic is indeed a good offense, but his defense is too bad. The offense is basically matched by the age of 26. The defense is like being passed by one step at the age of 62, and the lateral movement is too slow.

Second: Tough guy temperament, whether it is offense or defense, especially in the critical stage of the game, Butler was able to stand up and show a very tough fighting spirit and desire to win. This has been proven by both the Heat and the Warriors. Doncic couldn't control his emotions when the game was not smooth. While he was mumbling to the referee, he also spread the bad emotions he complained to his teammates.

In short, whether from the perspective of offense and defense balance or from the style of the game, Butler is more suitable to be a core player of the team than Doncic. In addition, in terms of off-field self-discipline such as weight control, Doncic and Butler cannot be compared, so it is reasonable for the Lakers to go home early to fish.