Speaking on the Forgotten Seasons podcast, Boston Celtics Hall of Famer Paul Pierce said that Jason was the best player in the world during the 2001-02 NBA season. “I thought J-Kidd was the best player in the world in 2002,” said Pierce. “I mean, dude had eyes in the back of his head. The way he controlled the game, the way he passed the ball, his IQ is off the charts. He is historically, I believe, underrated. I just felt helpless on what you can do with him out there.” -via Basketball Network / March 16, 2024
