Tom Brady, who has once again guided the New England Patriots to another Super Bowl appearance, was showered with praise by NBA players. This is the third straight Super Bowl appearance by the Patriots, and Brady — who is the greatest player in the history of the sport — will be gunning for his sixth ring.

Dwyane Wade of the Miami Heat was in awe of the Patriots' overtime victory against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Isaiah Thomas of the Denver Nuggets reiterated that Brady is the GOAT, a sentiment echoed by his former teammate, Tristan Thompson of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Los Angeles Lakers president of basketball operations Magic Johnson congratulated the front office, Brady, and the rest of the Patriots players for the achievement.

Kuzma shared his thoughts as well, believing that 41-year-old is among the top three athletes of all time. Who are the other two athletes?

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Boston Celtics icon Paul Pierce believes that the three-time NFL MVP is out of this world.

Ricky Rubio of the Minnesota Timberwolves seems to have placed his bets on Brady.

Finally, Marcin Gortat of the LA Clippers, had this to say.

Brady was 30-for-46 passing with 348 yards in the game, although he threw just one touchdown pass and had two interceptions. Even still, it was enough to move on to the Super Bowl once again.