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JJ Redick's initial comments suggested a disconnect between how the advanced metrics of the new generation of players and the traditional approaches of past eras should be perceived. Barkley, however, was ready to defend the integrity of the game and its history. He asserted that while players today are certainly talented, the way the game is played has transformed, sometimes to its detriment.
In a televised segment, Barkley pointedly addressed Redick’s critiques, saying, "if you come for the king, you better not miss," firmly establishing his position in this discourse. Following Redick’s remarks, Barkley's comments served not just to defend his views but also to call attention to the criticisms regarding Redick's career statistics and his perceived lack of elite competitiveness.