Despite being two of the most natural scorers in the game, Kevin Durant and Carmello Anthony use entirely different physical skill sets to put up huge numbers. Their bodies are completely different, and as a result so are the ways they are defended.
Neither Durant nor Anthony is perceived as a tremendous leaper, but each player's hops are an essential part of his game. Durant actually needs to jump very high. With a standing reach of 9-foot-6, his fingertips are just inches from the rim without ever having to leave the ground, allowing him to power home dunks with minimal effort. Despite an excellent vertical that measures at about 33 inches, the 6-8 Anthony is highly susceptible to getting his shot blocked. When he plants with two feet, his mechanics can be a little slow and telegraphed. He also is not the quickest leaper. He led all small forwards in getting his shot rejected last season. But Melo is at his most effective with a running start from outside the lane.
On a rate from 1 to 10 ( 10 being the best) : Melo= 8.5 Durant= 9
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