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John Wall on Critics: 'I'm Going to Show Them I Earned' Supermax Contract

As questions about John Wall's ability to play at an All-Star level get louder, the Washington Wizards point guard is anxious to prove his doubters wrong.

Speaking to The Athletic's Michael Lee, Wall said criticism from social media serves as a driving force to prove he earned the contract Washington gave him:

"It fuels me. [The 20]16-17 [season] was my best year. [Averaged] 23 [points] and 11 [assists]. John Wall is a top-two point guard. I get injured. John Wall is not a top-five point guard? Now, because I'm injured, I can't defend myself.