Blistering end-to-end speed combined with a low center of gravity that made him nearly impossible to strip

Elite floor general who routinely posted among the best assist-to-turnover ratios in NBA history

Relentless full-court on-ball defender capable of disrupting opposing guards and generating high steal numbers

Extreme 5'3" height disadvantage left him vulnerable to taller guards posting up or shooting cleanly over him

Virtually non-existent rim protection and severely limited rebounding presence

Limited outside shooting range that prevented him from being a high-volume scoring threat

Elite 1v1 dribbling ability powered by rapid acceleration and an analytical mastery of defender mechanics.

High-level creative vision and composure in the final third, consistently producing precise cutbacks and chances.

Strong tactical discipline and defensive work rate, contributing effectively to team pressing schemes.

Susceptibility to injuries, notably recurring back and ankle issues that have disrupted his momentum.

Can be neutralized when physical opponents double-team his favored touchline-and-cut-in routes.

Relatively slight physical frame, leaving him vulnerable in aerial duels and aggressive shoulder-to-shoulder challenges.