Jeremy Lin is one of the most recognizable names and faces in the entire world. Linsanity took the globe by storm in 2012, leaving the man himself with the burden of extraordinary expectations and unexpected superstardom.
In order to bring his production to a level that warrants such high praise, however, Lin must raise his game.
To be fair, the period of Linsanity was one of the greatest times the NBA has ever seen. Interest in the league was at an all-time high as global exposure reached new heights. For that reason, prior to ripping apart the flaws in his game, we must acknowledge the positive qualities he brings to the table.
During his magical 26-game run, Lin posted averages of 18.5 points, 7.7 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game. He had the world in awe and New York City on the edge of their seats, which is more than the rest of the current roster has been able to say at any point in their tenure.
The heart of Linsanity came between February 4th and February 29th. It was a month-long period in which he averaged 22.3 points, 9.0 assists, 4.2 rebounds and 2.3 steals per game.
Opponents that Lin torched include De ...
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Breaking Down Where Jeremy Lin Must Raise His Game to Blossom
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