[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  ClutchPoints [@ClutchPoints](/creator/twitter/ClutchPoints) on x 336.1K followers Created: 2025-07-15 16:15:57 UTC We're slowly entering a new era in basketball, and it feels like we're overlooking it. The playmaking center has been around for quite some time, though. Historically, players like Bill Walton were considered among the best of all time for their ability to facilitate from the post. Fast forward to today, and Nikola Jokic is widely regarded as one of the top players in the league, a true pioneer in this modern playmaking center role. Following in his footsteps are talents like Alperen Sengun, Domantas Sabonis, and Blazers rookie, Yang Hansen, all of whom are embracing the same blueprint. While centers have traditionally been known as the backbone of a team's defense, the playmaking big man is no longer a rarity. Instead, they've become a unique, special asset. With more young bigs rising in the ranks, we might be seeing a shift in the NBA toward more Jokic-like centers, and this trend could reshape the game in the years to come 💪  XXXXX engagements  **Related Topics** [new era](/topic/new-era) [Post Link](https://x.com/ClutchPoints/status/1945155386098524308)
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ClutchPoints @ClutchPoints on x 336.1K followers
Created: 2025-07-15 16:15:57 UTC
We're slowly entering a new era in basketball, and it feels like we're overlooking it.
The playmaking center has been around for quite some time, though.
Historically, players like Bill Walton were considered among the best of all time for their ability to facilitate from the post.
Fast forward to today, and Nikola Jokic is widely regarded as one of the top players in the league, a true pioneer in this modern playmaking center role.
Following in his footsteps are talents like Alperen Sengun, Domantas Sabonis, and Blazers rookie, Yang Hansen, all of whom are embracing the same blueprint.
While centers have traditionally been known as the backbone of a team's defense, the playmaking big man is no longer a rarity. Instead, they've become a unique, special asset.
With more young bigs rising in the ranks, we might be seeing a shift in the NBA toward more Jokic-like centers, and this trend could reshape the game in the years to come 💪
XXXXX engagements
Related Topics new era