Lance Stephenson s five best NBA seasons

Lance Stephenson, nicknamed [Junior Brother], has left a deep impression in the NBA for his passion, unpredictability and unique "scrambler" style. He is a player with a very impressive personality to fans. Although he is not a stable star in the traditional sense, his burst of energy, comprehensiveness and influence on the game have reached a considerable level in a given season and environment.

Taking into account season data, on-field roles, key performances and the impact on the team's victory or defeat, in this article, the author will briefly organize and analyze, review and inventory of the five NBA seasons that Lance Stephenson performed the strongest for you to refer to and recall the past.

1. 2013-14 season (Indiana Pacers)

data: 13.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 0.7 steals, shooting percentage of 49.1%, and three-point shooting percentage of 35.2%.

Peak performance: This is Stephenson's recognized peak season in his career. He firmly took the position of the Pacers as the starting shooting guard and played an extremely comprehensive performance. His rebounding ability is top among guards (5 triple-doubles in a single season, leading the league guard).

Key role: As an important part of the Pacers' "iron-blooded defense" system, his physical fitness, strength of confrontation and fighting spirit are perfectly in line with the team's culture. He provides tremendous energy on both ends of the offense and defense, and is one of the most reliable helpers around Paul George, helping the Pacers reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the second consecutive year and have a six-game battle with the Heat Big Three.

Honors: Ranked second in the Best Progressive Player of the Season (MIP) selection. This is his closest season to becoming an All-Star Fringe player.

2. 2012-13 season (Indiana Pacers)

data: 8.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.0 steals, shooting percentage of 46.0%, and three-point shooting percentage of 33.0% (the data seems ordinary, but the effect is far beyond that).

Playoffs outbreak: This season is the starting point for Stephenson to truly establish his reputation as "James Terminator/Spinner". He mainly served as a substitute in the regular season, but after entering the playoffs, his role and performance improved significantly.

Eastern Conference Final Highlights: In the series against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals, he was pushed to the start and took on the arduous task of defending LeBron James. He used his strong body and extremely aggressive (sometimes overfire) defense to cause huge trouble for James, and he also had many outstanding performances on the offensive end (such as the G6 scored 25 points). His energy and fighting spirit are one of the key factors in pushing the Heat into tiebreak.

Value reflection: This season perfectly reflects Stephenson's value - the data cannot fully reflect his unique role in high-intensity confrontation, changing the rhythm of the game, and inspiring teammates' fighting spirit.

3. 2017-18 season (Indiana Pacers)

data: 9.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 0.6 steals, shooting percentage of 42.7% from the field, and 28.9% from three-point shooting percentage (return to the Pacers, rejuvenation).

"Return to Redemption": After leaving the Pacers and experiencing a trough, Stephenson returned to Indiana in the middle of the season. This return seemed to activate his energy switch.

Bench Gangster: As the core "microwave" player on the bench, he provides the team with much-needed firepower, creativity and game passion. His ball-holding breakthrough, back-to-back singles ("rotating tops") and rebounding battles have once again become the team's weapon.

Chemical reaction: He had an excellent chemical reaction with his teammates such as Oladipo, becoming an important contributor to the team's ability to remain competitive after Oladipo was injured, eventually reaching the playoffs and fighting the Cavaliers for seven games. His presence greatly boosted the morale and resilience of the team.

4. 2014-15 season (Charlotte Hornets)

data: 8.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 0.6 steals, 37.6% shooting percentage, 17.1% three-point shooting percentage (efficiency declines, but organizational value shows).

Role Transformation: After leaving the Pacers to join the Hornets, Stephenson was highly expected, but the adaptation was not smooth, and efficiency, especially the three-point shooting, dropped sharply.

Organizing abilities: Despite this, this season he has demonstrated underrated organization and ball-holding ability. Average of 3.9 assists per game is the highest value after leaving the Pacers system (until the 18-19 season with the Lakers), proving that he can undertake certain organizational tasks under a specific system. Highlights of

Struggle: Although the overall performance did not meet expectations, he still contributed to rebounding and breaking through and was a (although inefficient) starting point on the team's offensive end. This season highlights his shortcomings of strong dependence on the system and unstable shooting.

5. 2018-19 season (Los Angeles Lakers)

data: 7.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.6 steals, shooting percentage of 42.6%, and three-point shooting percentage of 37.1% (the short but efficient Lakers years).

"Firefighters": In the middle of the season, the Lakers signed Stephenson as a supplement due to injuries and lineup issues.

Plug and Play: He quickly integrates into the team and becomes a reliable combat power on the bench. His 3-point shooting percentage has rebounded to a qualified level (37.1%), and his ability to play singles and create opportunities is particularly important when James is off the court.

Energy Contribution: His signature energy and passion have infected the team and always have a positive impact in limited playing time. Although the Lakers ultimately failed to make the playoffs, Stephenson showed his adaptability and instantaneous combat value as a role player.