Bill Simmons Claims Jalen Green’s Recent Performance Echoes Young Kobe Bryant (Image Source: GettyImages)

In recent weeks, Jalen Green has been making headlines for his off-court news of expecting a child with his girlfriend and his impressive performance on the court. His exceptional play has garnered attention, with one analyst even drawing comparisons to a legendary guard.

Green is nearing the end of his third season with the Houston Rockets since being selected as the second overall pick in the 2021 draft. His skills have significantly improved recently, making him named Player of the Week. In his last five games, the 22-year-old has been the top scorer in the NBA, averaging 34.4 points on an impressive 56% shooting accuracy.

Bill Simmons compares Jalen Green’s recent play to Kobe Bryant

The Houston Rockets are currently on fire in the league. They’ve clinched victory in their last eight games and nine out of the last ten while missing their key player, Alperen Sengun, on the court. What’s impressive is how Jalen Green has stepped up significantly for Ime Udoka’s squad.

In a notable career milestone, the former No. 2 pick shows glimpses of a future star, carrying his team with almost 30 points per game on efficient shooting. NBA analyst Bill Simmons even sees shades of Kobe Bryant in his playing style.

In his recent podcast episode, the commentator praised the former G-League standout, highlighting Jalen Green’s impressive shooting skills and likening him to a young Kobe Bryant from the late ’90s, as reported by ClutchFans.