"I only need one championship to be a god." The four active NBA players dare to say this

In the highest hall of basketball, the championship ring is one of the important signs to measure the success of a player. For many players, a championship trophy is like the finishing touch, allowing them to move from excellence to legend. Among the active players, there are four stars, and their honor book is already rich, but the only one is missing. They once said confidently that they could be the gods in just one crown, and Harden was one of them. The following is a detailed analysis of these four stars:

Embid: The road to the gods of the inside giants

Embid is one of the most dominant inside players in the league today. He has outstanding physical fitness and superb offensive skills. His style of play is varied. He can not only play back one-on-one, but also hit three-pointers from the outside, and also has excellent passing ability. He was twice the scoring title and won the regular season MVP in the 2022-2023 season, and is the absolute core of the 76ers.

On the defensive end, Embiid is also very deterrent, protecting the team's penalty area with his outstanding blocks and rebounding ability. His presence has made the 76ers a strong team in the Eastern Conference, with strong competitiveness in the playoffs for many consecutive seasons. However, Embiid's health has always been a hidden danger that restricts him from further improving his historical status. He has missed many games due to injury over the past few seasons, which makes people worry about whether his career will remain at its peak for a long time.

If Embiid can lead the 76ers to the championship, his historical status will be greatly improved, not only further consolidating his position as an inside superstar, but also hopes to engrave his name in a prominent position in basketball history. At that time, he will be regarded as a superstar as famous as legendary inside players such as Olajuwon and Duncan, and will become a new benchmark in the center position in the future.

Paul: The final puzzle of the point guard legend

As one of the best traditional point guards in his current service, Paul has won many personal honors in his career, including 4 assists, 6 steals, 7 best defensive team first team, 4 best team first team, etc. His assists and steals are ranked first among active players. He is known in the league for his precise passes, excellent defensive awareness and stable performance at critical moments. He has led several teams to achieve great results in the playoffs and even led the Suns to the Finals in 2021.

However, fate always seems to be a little unfair to Paul. He has suffered injuries many times in the playoffs and passed by the championship. During the Hornets, he almost beat Kobe to win the regular season MVP with his outstanding personal performance, but ultimately missed the honor. Now, Paul, who is in his thirties, has declined in competitive form, but he still plays an important role in the court with his rich experience and excellent basketball IQ. In the Thunder, he partnered with young Alexander and taught his experience and wisdom to become the team's locker room leader.

If Paul can win a championship ring in his late years, his title of "God of Point Guard" will be well deserved. His career will be perfect, and his name will be remembered in the history of basketball along with legendary point guards such as Magic Johnson and Stockton. By then, he will be recognized as one of the greatest point guards in NBA history, and his story will become a legend passed down by future generations.

Harden: The way to surpass the shooting guards

Harden was once one of the top shooting guards in the league, and is known for his super scoring ability and excellent offensive organizational talent. With his unique European step layup, accurate three-point shooting and excellent foul-making skills, he won the league's scoring title for three consecutive years and was elected the regular season MVP in the 2017-2018 season. In addition, Harden was awarded the assist king twice, demonstrating his outstanding talent in offensive organization. His basketball talent has made him a core player in many teams such as the Rockets and Nets, and has also made great achievements for the American men's basketball team in international competitions.

Although Harden is already a top player in the shooting guard position, his performance in the playoffs has been controversial. People questioned his psychological quality and leadership at critical moments, believing that he could not lead the team further in the high-intensity playoffs. However, Harden did not give up his pursuit of the championship. He constantly adjusted his playing style and game style, transforming from a shooting guard to a organizational guard, trying to realize his championship dream by changing his role.

If Harden can win the championship, his historical status will be greatly improved, and he will be regarded as a superstar who is comparable to legendary shooting guards such as Iverson and Kobe. His name will be engraved in the history of basketball and become a role model and benchmark for future shooting guards. His story will inspire countless young players to pursue excellence and bravely challenge their limits.

Westbrook: The Battle of the Gods by the Almighty Warriors

Westbrook is one of the most explosive players in the league. His speed, strength and bounce ability make him like a bull on the court, unstoppable. He has won the regular season MVP, two scoring champions, two assists champions, and is a historical triple-double king. He has completed the season's triple-double feat four times, setting countless amazing records. His game style is full of passion and vitality. He always devotes himself to the game and contributes everything he has to the team.

However, Westbrook's style of playing has also received a lot of criticism. His gambling shooting choices and high turnover rates often become the fuse for team failures. In the playoffs, he encountered frequent setbacks and was never able to lead the team further. Despite this, Westbrook never gave up on his pursuit of the championship. He constantly adjusted his mentality and style of play, and worked hard to adapt to the changes in the team and the development trend of the league.