Anthony Davis' recent hot streak has reached Shaquille O'Neal levels
The Pelicans big man is putting up some ridiculous numbers
By
Jack Maloney
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1 min read
On Wednesday night against the Dallas Mavericks, Anthony Davis led the New Orleans Pelicans to a 121-118 victory, finishing with 30 points and 13 rebounds. It was an efficient performance from Davis, as he went 11 of 21 from the field, scoring eight of his baskets right at the rim.
Anthony Davis (30p/13r) & DeMarcus Cousins (29p/16r) combine for 59 points & 29 rebounds to lead @PelicansNBA over Dallas! #Pelicans pic.twitter.com/S9NPtzYESx
— NBA (@NBA) March 30, 2017
In addition to helping the Pelicans win, however, Davis’ impressive performance was also historic. After Wednesday night’s game, Davis has now scored at least 30 points and grabbed at least 13 rebounds in four straight games, becoming the first player to achieve that feat since Shaquille O’Neal in 2000.
Anthony Davis is 1st player to have 30 pts and 13 reb in 4 straight games since Shaquille O’Neal in April 2000 (via @EliasSports).
— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) March 30, 2017
Over the four games, Davis is putting up 32.5 points and 14.8 rebounds a night, while also chipping in 2.3 assists, two steals and 1.5 blocks. He has also been quite efficient, shooting 57.6 percent while doing damage from all over the floor.
The shocking number of young big men that have blossomed these past few years -- Nikola Jokic, Karl-Anthony Towns, Joel Embiid (when healthy), Kristaps Porzingis, Giannis Antetokounmpo -- along with the Pelicans’ struggles, has taken some of the attention away from Davis, but this recent streak has reminded us he’s still as talented as they come.
