Published 13:34 IST, November 30th 2019

LeBron James backs Anthony Davis for DPOTY with a motivational post on Twitter

NBA 2019-20 news: LeBron James agrees that Anthony Davis should be the Defensive Player of the Year. Davis has league-high 2.8 blocks and 1.6 steals per game.

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LeBron James agrees that LA Lakers teammate Anthony Davis should be Defensive Player of Year. On ir official podcast, Los Angeles Lakers outlined Anthony Davis as Defensive Player of Year. LeBron James retweeted tweet and stated that he does t find any lie re. He ds that t only is Anthony Davis an 'animal' on that side of court, but also brilliant on or side. He ends tweet with hashtag DPOY

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podcast talks about Davis' stats as well as his gameplay. Anthony Davis currently has 2.8 blocks per game, which is highest in league. He also has 1.6 steals per game. y mention Davis in Q4, where his defensive play has been crucial for LA Lakers to bag win. Davis' ability to defend key players towards end of game is crucial, as it allows remaining defenders to block or players. In an interview, Davis mitted that he wants to win DPOY award. Davis is also currently leing team's offence with an aver of 26.1 points, 9 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game. James follows with an aver of 25.8 points, 7.3 rebounds and career-high 11 assists. Davis scored his season-high 41 points against his former team New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night, while James became fourth person in NBA history to complete 33,000 career points. Davis scored 26 points against Washington Wizards on Friday night, while James ded 23 points. 

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11:57 IST, November 30th 2019