Ben Simmons Says Anthony Davis 'Better Defender' Than Rudy Gobert

[RealGM Wiretap]

Ben Simmons gave his list of top 5 defenders in the NBA, including rating Anthony Davis over Rudy Gobert.

"I look at (Los Angeles Lakers big man Anthony Davis). I think like he’s a better defender than Gobert, ’cause he can defend, like, guards at times," said Simmons on a recent stream with Duane Jackson, the director of eSports development for SLAM.

"I play ball. I’m lookin’ at guys who can guard 1-5, man," added Simmons.

Simmons' list of top 5 defenders in the NBA included himself, Davis, Patrick Beverley, Kawhi Leonard, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Via Ryan McDonald & Sarah Todd/Deseret News

[Vegeta10176]

It did not include GA it was Embiid.. It should of dropped Pat Bev and included GA as Pat Bev ain't even a top 20 defender that's ridicolous. If a player puts their mind to it they can easily demolish Pat Bev..

[mjvile]

Not a good look putting yourself in a top 5 list. Let people tell you you are are a top 5 defender....like LeBron saying he is the GOAT. I have never seen Ben in any top 5 list for anyone let alone for defense.

[mjvile]

Not a good look putting yourself in a top 5 list. Let people tell you you are are a top 5 defender....like LeBron saying he is the GOAT. I have never seen Ben in any top 5 list for anyone let alone for defense.