A lot of young players don't really know much about the history of the game and a lot of them are missing out on what the game is all about, especially the whole concept of sportsmanship and teamwork.
Fundamental preparation is always effective. Work on those parts of your game that are fundamentally weak.
The 3-point shot has created a situation in the game akin to 'Lotto' fever.
The game has basically not changed since I ended my career.
Elgin's game was an incredible performance, also. I don't think there's any comparison. Elgin did it without three-point lines. His game was attacking the hoop and hitting jumpers inside 20 feet. Kobe's range is unreal, and he does it his way.
Few players have cast a spell across the game like Yao Ming, before or since.
The constant expansion has diluted the talent. Other than that, it's still the same game.