Yesterday was really just an elaborate set ups to today’s discussion. It’s not difficult for most basketball fans to find a comparison between Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen interesting.

But how about two former Spurs.

Specifically, let’s talk about the similarities and differences between Kawhi Leonard and Thaddeus Young.

Kawhi’s accolades include back-to-back DPOY, two Finals MVP honors, six All-Star appearances, and various All-NBA and All-Defensive honors. Yet, his lifetime stats most closely align with those of Thaddeus Young.

In fact, Young has more points than Leonard. More rebounds, assists, steals and blocks, too. More steals and blocks than a two-time Defensive Player of the Year…how could it be?

For one, Leonard has only played 733 games over thirteen seasons. Compared t

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