Celtics legend compares Josh Allen to Michael Jordan while making his MVP case
Paul Pierce believes Josh Allen is exhibiting traits similar to the 'GOAT' Michael Jordan while declaring him MVP above Lamar Jackson.
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Paul Pierce compares Josh Allen to Michael Jordan (Via The Boston Globe/NBA/Athlon Sports)
The 2024 season appears to be the golden year for Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills as he has become a topic of discussion beyond the horizons of football as well. While there have been a lot of comparisons between him and reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, NBA legend Paul Pierce believes Allen is exhibiting traits similar to the GOAT Michael Jordan.
Joining Joy Taylor and Keyshawn Johnson on Speak, Pierce went into the elaborative discussion of the NFL MVP amid the various debates on the most deserving candidate between Allen and Jackson. In a bold comparison, the Celtics legend drew parallels between the Bills quarterback with the basketball icon, Jordan– dismissing the Baltimore Ravens quarterback entirely from the discussion.
There’s no more need to have a conversation about Josh. He’s the MVP. When I saw Josh Allen do in the primetime moments, it was almost like watching Jordan again. Like seriously, he took that last driver of Kansas City and just bulldozed for a game-winning touchdown, they were already leading it but it kind of sealed up that win…. He’s doing this stuff like undoubtedly he is the unquestioned best player on his team and for them to win, he has to be on his best.
Paul Pierce said
.@paulpierce34 compares Josh Allen to Michael Jordan & explains why he's the clear MVP this season.
— Speak (@SpeakOnFS1) December 26, 2024
“He is the unquestioned best player on his team and for them to win, he has to be at his best… Lamar has Henry to lean on.” pic.twitter.com/hiJ6ITMjpI
Additionally, Pierce emphasized that Allen and his Bills are the only team to defeat the Chiefs (15-1) record this season, while also giving one of the only two losses to the Detroit Lions. Though it’s undeniable that Jackson’s numbers are better, he has had a prominent weapon like Derrick Henry on his side.
Josh Allen’s leadership and performance shine as MVP race heats up
Throughout the 2024 campaign, Allen has starred in the headlines with his candidacy in the MVP conversation and he solidified his odds to the best with his refined decision-making skills, complete command of the offense, and ability to thrive under pressure. And the Christmas surprise from his offense line portrayed the kind of respect he holds in the locker room.
A Super Bowl would mean a lot more [than MVP], and I think that his drive for that is more than what he cares about for the MVP. For him to win an MVP and bring that here to One Bills Drive, that’d be pretty damn awesome.
His teammate and safety Micah Hyde said
What’s more surprising and applaudable is the fact that Allen has played the MVP-level season with an injury in his non-throwing arm. And he continues to thrive while aiming to bring home the Super Bowl trophy at any cost.
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