The never-ending GOAT debate between Michael Jordan and LeBron James was recently brought up again. During an interview with Bovada, Brandon Robinson had the opportunity to ask 4-time NBA Champion John Salley a few questions.
One of these questions had to do with Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Robinson asked Salley if the LeBron and Michael debates are getting old. John Salley responded:
“Yeah, it’s old because it’s eras away. It’s 2022. Michael played up until I think, 2001.”
Salley then explained how Kobe Bryant wouldn’t exist without Michael Jordan. Bryant may be a better comparison to MJ in terms of playing style. Salley said that LeBron James seems to be a better comparison to another Lakers legend, Magic Johnson.
“Without Michael, there’s no Kobe. There’s no ‘that style’ because they just emulate Michael,” Salley said.
Should LeBron James be compared to Michael Jordan or Magic Johnson?
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