Anthony Davis’ best 5 seasons

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We've watched many titans grace the hardwood, but few players are as enigmatic, versatile, and freakishly athletic as Anthony Davis. The man they affectionately call "The Brow" has stamped his mark on the NBA with the same force as a Larry Bird tomahawk poster or a Jordan game-winner. But which of Davis' seasons were his most memorable? Sit back, grab your popcorn, and let’s deep dive into the top 5 seasons of AD's illustrious career.

5. 2018-2019 Season - "The Brow's Big Tease"

This was the season AD dropped a bombshell on New Orleans, asking for a trade, and inadvertently, lit a fuse under his own sneakers. Playing only 56 games, Davis averaged 25.9 points, 12 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks, while shooting a crisp 51.7% from the field. While these numbers were right in line with his peak, the real story here was the tension. It's like when Scorsese directed "The Departed" - the genius was palpable, but there was always a sense that a twist was coming. Davis was more selective, maybe even more efficient, but you could feel the unrest. You could argue he was underutilized this season, not unlike how Spielberg underutilized ET for a toy marketing campaign in the early '80s. And we all remember how THAT went.

4. 2015-2016 Season - "Emergence of the Megastar"

Ah, the 2015-2016 season. Davis was in his fourth year, coming off a playoff appearance, and the expectations were Everest-high. Think of it as the first time you watched "Die Hard" - you thought it’d be just another action flick, but you were left reeling from Bruce Willis' sheer audacity. Davis did just that with averages of 24.3 points, 10.3 boards, and a whopping 2.0 blocks. Sure, the Pels didn’t make the playoffs, but it wasn't for lack of trying from AD. This was the season he inked his name into the elite list, wearing his confidence like Stallone wore those boxing gloves in "Rocky".

3. 2017-2018 Season - "Unibrow Unleashed"

Oh, what a year. New Orleans witnessed a superheroic Davis that season - think Superman from the Christopher Reeve movies, not the gloomy Henry Cavill versions. He racked up a monstrous 28.1 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks. The eye-popper? His 53-point game against Phoenix where he pulled down 17 rebounds like it was a backyard pickup game. The Pelicans not only made the playoffs, but they also SWEPT the Trail Blazers in the first round. Davis was in full '90s Shaq mode, with a sprinkle of Olajuwon's finesse, making him virtually unstoppable.

2. 2020-2021 Season - "The Championship Chase"

This was Davis in his prime Laker form. Riding high off the 2020 Championship, Davis came back with the hunger of a bear waking up from hibernation. Imagine peak-era De Niro preparing for a role; that was Davis this season. Statistically, he clocked 22.5 points, 9 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks. But it was the narrative, the weight of a repeat, and the shadows of Laker legends past that made this season iconic. Every jump shot felt like Marlon Brando in "The Godfather", subtle but commanding immense respect. Every drive to the basket reminded you of Tom Cruise's daredevil stunts in the "Mission Impossible" saga.

1. 2016-2017 Season - "The Brow's Magnum Opus"

Ladies and gentlemen, peak AD! The 2016-2017 season was Davis' "The Shawshank Redemption" - an unparalleled masterpiece. A jaw-dropping 28 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks on average, but it wasn't just the numbers. It was how he played - a blend of a 7-foot Dirk Nowitzki and a more athletic Tim Duncan. There was a game against Detroit where he posted 59 points and 20 rebounds. That's right, a 59-20 game. It's like watching Leo in "Titanic"; you knew you were witnessing history, but couldn't fathom its magnitude until the credits rolled.

In conclusion, Anthony Davis is one of those generational talents who's constantly rewriting his legacy. From his growth in New Orleans to his iconic tenure with the Lakers, he's showcased a plethora of skills. Each season is like a different chapter in a gripping novel, and while we've covered the most exhilarating ones here, the beauty lies in the details, nuances, and sheer unpredictability of Davis’ game. Like the greatest films and actors of our time, we'll be discussing and dissecting AD's greatness for decades to come. As for now, the popcorn’s done, and this deep dive's come to an end. Until the next one!