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Westbrook is 33 years old already and near to past his prime. He is athletic I agree with that and yes he is one of the most athletic and most explosive guards in the NBA. The problem is that, he doesn't fit with the system.

I agree with this one. Westbrook does not have the same explosiveness that he have before. He is still very athletic compare to others but the explosiveness that he needs to drive into the basket is simply lacking now. He cannot run as fast or jump as high as before.

A common issue to some basketball players that relied only on their speed and strength. That is why more and more players really want to practice their shooting, big man or not, it helps to prolong their careers. Imagine Giannis 10 years from now if he cannot develop his shooting. Although the guy is developing and is somehow smart. Maybe he can play basic simple basketball like Tim Duncan when his body is past its prime. I think Westbrook's ego is also a problem. That would be hard to teach. Even during his younger years with KD and Harden, I think most of the time he's got more attempts than KD and others.

Giannis is already improving on his shooting and is trying to turn into a complete player. He has also started taking 3's since the opponents were just putting men into the paint and not letting him drive through and even when there is space. He's getting battered trying to get to the rim. Which is perfectly fine for a player like him but you cannot do that day in and out.

I don't know... Giannis seems to be a different beast. His thin frame and willingness to put in work along with his past, leaves no doubt that he'll continue doing the work to stay healthy. A guy like Zion Williamson will probably be battling injuries his entire career, but I don't think Giannis will have this problem. I think we'll continue to see him improve for some time and as stated, he'll put in the work to increase his skills as age wears on his athleticism. That's a long way from now though... Giannis still probably hasn't hit his peak and may be a couple of years away still.

I agree giannis was so raw when he came into the league, and agreed he probably hasn't even peaked. Hope we get to see an injury free climb over the next couple of years. He is always one of the players I hate to watch my team against because they literally have no plan to stop him. Imagining him getting better is a real issue for the east.