Quote Originally Posted by wacko3205
Quote Originally Posted by chamiley
I think Hopkins is the smartest, craftiest fighter of this era. A guy who used his head to break down opponents and win fights to become the longest reigning middleweight ever. on the other hand Roy Jones was the most gifted fighter of this era, his sheer talent led him to dominate three weight classes and reign as 1 P4P fighter for many years.

What would you pick if you had a choice from either all of Hopkins' craft or Roy Jones' talent
Good points.

Personally...I will always think that Hopkins is the more talented & Jones the more physically gifted.
No.... Roy is more talented and physically gifted. Hopkins just mastered the basics better. Roy knew the basics but didn't master them like Hopkins because of his talent and gifts. And in the end Hopkins lasted longer because of his mastery of the basics and skills. Roy just looked more spectacular because of his talent and physical gifts and skills