Perkins: Powell has basically become the first choice. He almost made the All-Star last season.

November 23 News Recently, former NBA player Perkins talked about Powell on the "NBAToday" program.

Perkins said: "I need to focus on Powell. The Clippers sent him away, especially now that Hiero is not playing. Powell has basically become the Heat's first choice. He is very stable now. He averaged 24 points per game last season. He almost knocked on the door of the All-Star. Now he has accepted the Heat culture, and the Heat have accepted him. Powell has had a career year in scoring. "

This season, Powell averaged 24.9 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game.