Victor Oladipo vs. Eric Gordon: NBA & College Career Debate

College Career Comparison

• 🏀 The debate centers on whether Victor Oladipo or Eric Gordon had a better NBA and college career.
• 💡 One perspective suggests that if a player could average 25 points at a smaller school like Ball State, they could easily average 18 at a more competitive program like Duke, with less opportunity due to stronger teammates.
• 🎓 There's a discussion about Eric Gordon's college performance, with some feeling he didn't live up to expectations despite being a solid player for IU, while others point to his first year averaging 20 points.

NBA Career Trajectories

• 🌟 Victor Oladipo is considered by some to have had a better NBA career than Eric Gordon, especially if Oladipo hadn't been injured, with the potential to be an All-Star and a max player.
• 🚀 Oladipo's potential is highlighted, with one speaker stating he was a "$200 million player" in the NBA.
• 📈 Eric Gordon is acknowledged for his NBA success and accolades, including being a "max player" and staying out of trouble, but the comparison often leans towards Oladipo's peak potential.

High School Talent and Potential

• 🏆 Eric Gordon is described by one speaker as the best high school player they ever saw, even potentially above OJ Mayo and Derrick Rose at that time.
• 🤔 There's a sentiment that Gordon's college performance didn't fully match his immense high school talent, with speculation that a different college choice (like Duke or Carolina) might have led to a different outcome.
• ⚡ The discussion touches on how dominant Gordon was in high school, with expectations of him starting strong in college, but the team dynamics and allegations at IU might have played a role.

Mid-Range Game Discussion

• 🎯 A separate debate arises regarding Shawn Marion vs. Rip Hamilton for their mid-range game, with a preference for Rip Hamilton due to his continuous movement and ability to run from spots.
• 🏃 Rip Hamilton's dedication to maintaining his skills is noted, with recent footage showing him performing drills at full speed, demonstrating he still possesses his shooting ability.