Although Damian Lillard has stepped down from the role of sole scorer to sharing the spotlight with Giannis Antetokounmpo, there’s no denying how much of an offensive threat he is to other NBA teams. According to his numbers, though, the Milwaukee Bucks star still has that talent to change the outcome of any game through his sheer scoring talent.
Lillard is gearing up for a promising bounce-back season with the Milwaukee Bucks after a challenging first year. Joining the team just before training camp left him struggling to find his role alongside Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton, resulting in a notable dip in his performance. His scoring average fell from 32.2 points per game with the Portland Trail Blazers to 24.3 points last season.
Despite these challenges, Lillard maintained an average of about 26 points and acknowledged the stress of transitioning to a new city while dealing with personal issues, including his divorce. He believes that having a full year to adapt will greatly benefit him moving forward. The point guard has been actively communicating with his teammates and has even been training with endurance athlete David Goggins to enhance his physical conditioning.
With a renewed focus and the ability to build chemistry with his teammates, Lillard is poised to reclaim his elite scoring form. The Bucks finished 49-33 last season and are expected to contend for the NBA title, especially now that he feels more settled in Milwaukee. He remains confident that he can elevate his performance back to the levels seen during his prime, making him a key asset in the Bucks’ championship aspirations for the upcoming season.
StatMuse Brings Up Milwaukee Bucks Star Damian Lillard’s Innate Scoring Talent
While he had a disappointing run in his first year as a Buck, Lillard is still a monster when it comes to scoring. This can be seen in a post StatMuse recently shared on its official X account.
Damian Lillard:
— 25.1 PPG
— 6.7 APG
— 3.1 3PM (3rd all-time)
— 8x All-Star
— 7x All-NBA
— ROTY
— NBA Top 75
— Bubble MVPOnly Kobe and Wilt have more 60-point games. pic.twitter.com/F2uejsIdcq
— StatMuse (@statmuse) September 1, 2024
Lillard has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including eight All-Star selections and the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 2013. He was named to the All-NBA First Team in 2018 and won the NBA All-Star Game MVP in 2024. Additionally, he is a two-time champion of the NBA Three-Point Contest.
The upcoming season is a new opportunity for Lillard to dispel any doubts to his scoring ability. If he succeeds, expect the Bucks to become serious contenders for the championship.
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