Controversial Defensive Player Sees Big Obstacle To NBA Hall Of Fame Enshrinement

There is no doubt that Metta World Peace (previously known as Ron Artest) will go down in history as one of the notable players in the NBA. Looking at his resume, the former NBA Defensive Player of the Year has accomplished almost anything that any pro cager would yearn for. However, he has also had his share of dark moments, particularly that infamous brawl in Detroit back in November 2004.

World Peace has also had his squabbles with other NBA stars, part of his defensive prowess. And while most consider him a heel, the point of it all is that he does get the job done on the defensive end and stop an opposing team's star player when his coach asks him too. But would his defensive genius be enough to land him a spot in the NBA Hall of Fame?

Appearing on "The Red Pill Podcast," the 39-year-old NBA cager was asked if he felt that he deserved to be in the Hall of Fame. He was quick to note his defensive efforts throughout his career and even singled out some notable names who have acknowledged him as one tough defender to deal with, TMZ Sports reported.

"When you get Reggie Miller saying, 'He's the best defender ever.' You get Kobe saying, 'He's the best defender ever on the wing.' Michael Jordan [praised me] early on in my career, it's documented," said World Peace.

Having last played back in 2017, the former NBA champion is eligible for enshrinement in 2020. However, he is aware that there are some obstacles along the way. He says that there are people who don't want to see him enshrined because of his personality.

"A lot of people don't wanna see me in that Hall of Fame. I never really was afraid to speak my mind. I never submitted to being that corporate person. I never gave a f--k So, It's gonna be hard to get in," he said.

World Peace is no stranger to speaking frankly on certain things, one of the reasons why he believes his NBA Hall of Fame enshrinement will have low chances. For now, all he can do is go on with his life. He recently promoted a documentary of his life titled "Quiet Storm: The Ron Artest Story," the New York Times reported. He has now become a voice for mental health awareness, serving as a resource for NBA players of all levels, who call him for some therapy.