Melo: Shen Jing will have Jokic-like statistics&&; is expected to win MVP. KD has never been paired with such an insider.

October 20th Recently Carmelo Anthony talked about the Rockets' Shen Jing and KD on the podcast 7PMinBrooklynwithCarmeloAnthony.

"KD has never partnered with a big man like Shen Jing. As an all-around big man, KD's offensive methods will become diversified when paired with him. Amen is already a strong defender, but now they can also choose to pass the ball to the big man inside, or let the big man organize the offense. In this way, against It's harder to defend with your hands. Some people say that this Rockets team needs to improve their shooting ability, but Amen's jump shot is already very good. As for Shen Jing, he may have the same statistics as Jokic. Although his assists may not reach double digits, he will be a strong contender for MVP."

During the regular season last season, Shen Jing averaged 19.1 points, 10.4 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game; Jokic averaged 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds and 10.2 assists per game.