The NBA season is in full swing, and two players have already been recognized for their impressive performances on the court. Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers and Mikal Bridges of the Phoenix Suns have been named the NBA Players of the Week for their respective conferences. These two players stood out among a sea of exceptional talent and delivered standout performances that earned them this prestigious recognition. In this article, we will take a closer look at why Davis and Bridges were selected as NBA Players of the Week, and what sets them apart from their peers in the league.
Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers and Mikal Bridges of the Brooklyn Nets have been named NBA Players of the Week for Week 24. During the past week of action, Davis led the Lakers to a perfect 3-0 record, averaging 38.7 points, 11.7 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 2.0 blocks in victories over the Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Houston Rockets. In the win over the Rockets, Davis scored 40 points, becoming the first Lakers player since Shaquille O’Neal to score 40+ points while shooting at least 75% from the field. The 6-foot-10-inch forward is averaging 26.6 points, 12.4 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.0 blocks for the Lakers, who are currently seventh in the Western Conference at 40-38. This marks the ninth time Davis has been named Player of the Week and the second time this season.
Meanwhile, Bridges led the Nets to a perfect 3-0 week with averages of 33 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.3 steals in wins over the Rockets, Atlanta Hawks, and Utah Jazz. In the win over the Hawks, Bridges recorded his third-career 40-point game (all since being traded to the Nets), scoring 42 points. The 6-foot-6-inch guard-forward is averaging career-highs in points (20.2), rebounds (4.4), and assists (3.3) for the Nets, who are currently sixth in the Eastern Conference at 43-35. For their exceptional performances, Davis and Bridges were named NBA Players of the Week for Week 24.
As the week wraps up, Anthony Davis and Mikal Bridges have solidified their place as two of the NBA’s top performers. Davis showcased his dominance on the court for the Lakers, while Bridges continued his impressive performance for the Suns. Both players are proving to be valuable assets to their respective teams and are deserving of the recognition as NBA Players of the Week. As we continue to watch the season unfold, it will be exciting to see who steps up next and earns the title of NBA Player of the Week.
