The best second swords of the NBA in the 2024/25 season

We take a look at what we consider to be the best secondary stars in the league

Juan López | 25 Sep 2024 | 13:00
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Jaylen Brown and Anthony Davis, NBA stars.
Jaylen Brown and Anthony Davis, NBA stars.

It has been a long time since winning the NBA with just one star became impossible. Exceptional cases like the one of Kawhi Leonard's Raptors, who, without injuries, would never have been able to beat Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and company's Warriors. LeBron James wouldn't have won with the Cavs without Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love, and even Michael Jordan needed Scottie Pippen. Today seems like a good day to name the 5 best second swords of the league, those like Jaylen Brown last year, Anthony Davis in 2020, or Jamal Murray in 2023, who help you win a ring:

Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers
Anthony Davis is a player with all the tools to be a number 1, but he has shown to be more comfortable as the second option, which has garnered criticism throughout his career. After requesting a trade from the New Orleans Pelicans to the Lakers to play alongside LeBron James, Davis won a championship in 2020, being a key piece in the team's defense and offense. Although he has the potential to lead, he seems more suitable as James' complement, which has helped the Lakers remain competitive.

Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns
Devin Booker was the undisputed star of the Phoenix Suns before Kevin Durant's arrival, a player whose legacy and talent demand respect. Although Booker remains a pure scorer and has notably improved on defense, he now shares the spotlight with one of the greatest players in history. Finding a balance with Durant has not been easy, but the hope in Phoenix is that both can harmonize their talents to take the team to the top.

Jaylen Brown, Boston Celtics
Jaylen Brown has coexisted for years with the talent of Jayson Tatum, and although there were doubts about who was better at some point, time has clarified that Tatum has consistently been named to the All-NBA team, while Brown has had to adapt to a more defensive and secondary role. However, that dynamic has worked well, and together they managed to win the championship in 2024, proving that they can balance their skills to achieve success.

Bam Adebayo, Miami Heat
Bam Adebayo is one of the most valuable defensive pieces in the NBA, capable of guarding any player on the perimeter or in the post. However, his limited offensive skills prevent him from being the number 1 option in the Miami Heat, a team led by the charismatic Jimmy Butler. Adebayo fits perfectly as number 2, contributing on defense, rebounds, and complementary plays. Adebayo's challenge has been to take on a greater role when Butler is not on the court, something that Miami's coaching staff has asked him to do more often.

Jamal Murray, Denver Nuggets
Jamal Murray was crucial in the Denver Nuggets' title run in 2023, averaging 26 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds in the playoffs. Despite his significant contribution, he has never been selected for an All-Star game, but his chemistry with Nikola Jokić is unmatched. Together, they form one of the most lethal duos in the league, and although Murray has faced injury issues, he remains one of the best examples of a number 2 shining in the most important moments, especially on the finals stage.

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