Under Appreciated Series: Tony Parker

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Tony Parker is one of the most accomplished point guards of his generation. During his 17-year career, he won four NBA championships with the San Antonio Spurs and was named an All-Star six times. He is also the Spurs' all-time leader in assists and games played.

When comparing Parker to other starting point guards during his era, his statistics and accolades stand out. In the table below, we've included some of the most accomplished point guards of the 2000s and 2010s and have listed their career averages in points, assists, and rebounds per game.

PlayerPoints per GameAssists per GameRebounds per GameChampionshipsAll-Star Selections
Tony Parker15.55.62.746
Chris Paul18.09.54.5012
Deron Williams16.38.13.103
Steve Nash14.38.53.008
Jason Kidd12.68.76.3110

As you can see, Parker averages more points per game than all other point guards in the table except Chris Paul, and he has a higher assist per game average than Steve Nash and Jason Kidd. Additionally, he has more championships than any of the other point guards listed.

It's worth noting that Parker's career statistics are even more impressive when you consider the longevity of his career. He played in 1,254 regular season games and in 251 playoff games, which is more than any of the other point guards listed.

But statistics only tell part of the story. What truly sets Parker apart is his ability to perform in the clutch and lead his team to victory. He was a key contributor to the Spurs' championship runs in 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2014. He was named Finals MVP in 2007 and he was a major reason why the Spurs were able to win four championships in a nine-year span.

In addition to his on-court contributions, Parker was also a leader in the locker room. He was a respected veteran and a mentor to many of his younger teammates. He was also a consummate professional, always putting the team first and working tirelessly to improve his game.

Tony Parker is one of the best point guards of his generation. His statistics, accolades, and championship rings speak for themselves, but it's his clutch performances and leadership that truly set him apart. He was a key piece of the San Antonio Spurs dynasty and his contributions will not be forgotten.

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