“Antonio is so good he’s scary.”
—Former Nuggets coach and GM Bernie Bickerstaff

“When you say ‘McDyess,’ I see a guy playing above the rim. He really skies. He has a complete game, a lot of skills. I was surprised how well he can shoot. He can go inside with quickness. He’s the catalyst.”
—Hall of Fame guard Walt Frazier

“He’s refreshing. You don’t often find a kid who isn’t embarrassed to be nice and sensitive, but who is also becoming one of the best players in the league.”
—Former Nuggets coach Mike D’Antoni

“He certainly is a franchise player. I think it’s going to be scary how good he’s going to be.”
—Former Nuggets coach Dan Issel

“He’s probably the most modest guy I’ve ever played with. He never gives himself the credit he deserves.”
—NBA veteran George McCloud

“He’s damn near impossible to stop.”
—Trailblazers forward Rasheed Wallace