LeBron James and Bronny James (Image Credit: Getty Images)
LeBron James has broken nearly every record to cement his place in the GOAT discussion. However, what truly sets him apart in the debate against Michael Jordan, the prospect of becoming the first active father-son duo in NBA history, following the drafting of his son, Bronny James.
LeBron recently expressed his excitement about the possibility of playing alongside Bronny on the HBO show “The Shop.” He shared his emotions about the upcoming season and the chance to step onto the court with his son.
“I’m so excited for training camp… I really cannot wait to hit the floor with [Bronny]. It’s going to be pretty surreal for me. That might be the first time I sit back like, ‘Oh, sh*t, this is really cool,’” LeBron said.
For LeBron, playing alongside Bronny has always been a cherished dream. However, that dream faced a serious setback when Bronny suffered a cardiac arrest during his college basketball career at USC. The incident cast doubts on whether they would ever share the court professionally.
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Despite the scare, the Lakers made moves to support LeBron’s aspiration. After securing Dalton Knecht in the first round, the Lakers went on to fulfill LeBron’s dream by selecting Bronny with the No. 55 overall pick.
LeBron James Discusses the Legacy He Hopes to Leave
LeBron James is approaching the twilight of his remarkable NBA career after over two decades in the league. As one of the most accomplished players in basketball history, the four-time NBA champion has consistently pushed the boundaries of the game.
As he nears the end of his playing days, James is thinking more about the legacy he will leave behind. In a recent interview on “The Shop,” LeBron opened up about how he wants to be remembered once his playing days are over.
“From time to time, I do think about how I want to be remembered, and I hope that it’s not just the game of basketball. You know, I feel like if it’s just the game of basketball, that people, you know, talk about me in the sense of I think I’ve kind of failed my mission,” James said.
LeBron will enter his 22nd NBA season. This upcoming season will also be his first alongside his son, Bronny. Fans of LeBron are eagerly waiting for this historic moment.
Dwight Howard Has Everyone Divided On Social Media After He Claims Kobe Bryant Was More Skillful Player Than Michael Jordan
Kobe Bryant, Dwight Howard and Micahel Jordan (Images Credit: Getty Images)
Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant have both left a lasting legacy on the basketball court, serving as ideal role models for aspiring young players. Their names frequently surface whenever the best player’s debate is discussed.
Recently, this discussion heated up again when former NBA star Dwight Howard made a bold claim about Bryant’s legacy over Jordan’s.
During his appearance on “Gil’s Arena Live” with Gilbert Arenas, the former NBA star expressed his belief that Kobe Bryant was a more skilled player than Michael Jordan.
Dwight Howard: “I think Kobe’s better than MJ skill wise.”
The Arena turns up over Kobe Bryant vs. Michael Jordan skill debate 👀 pic.twitter.com/kSn1f0X0SJ
— Gilbert Arenas (@GilsArenaShow) August 31, 2024
“I think Kobe better than MJ skill-wise. He took everything Jordan did and multiplied it. He did it better. He had the fadeaway, the drive, the pump fake,” Howard said.
Fans React to Dwight Howard’s Bold Statement Favoring Kobe Bryant’s Legacy Over Michael Jordan
Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan have played each other eight times in their careers. During these matchups, Bryant’s Los Angeles Lakers won five games, giving him a slight edge in their head-to-head meetings. However, Michael Jordan holds a more impressive record when it comes to championships and accolades.
Jordan has six NBA championships under his belt, compared to Bryant’s five. Jordan also has six Finals MVP awards and five regular-season MVP awards, while Bryant earned two Finals MVPs and one regular-season MVP.
The debate between fans of these two NBA legends is never-ending, with each side passionately defending their player’s legacy. Recently, former NBA star Dwight Howard’s bold statement favoring Kobe Bryant over Michael Jordan reignited this debate.
Jordan’s fans were quick to respond, criticizing Howard’s comments and claiming Jordan’s superior achievements. They argue that Jordan’s impressive record makes him the greatest player ever.
lol that’s comical. Jordan is the best to do it. It’s not close.
— 🇺🇸 Hakim 🇺🇸 (@kareemjeanjr) August 31, 2024
There’s nothing Kobe did that MJ couldn’t, plus MJ was the better athlete, faster, higher vertical, quicker, & had bigger hands. Kobe was an inch taller.
— The Khemist – WLTH 1370AM/92.7FM #NoWarButClassWar (@thekhemistlives) August 31, 2024
Kobe was a copy paste version of Jordan, and maybe that’s why he was also a POS teammate and person.
Kobe got a lucky headstart with his career as well, because he wasn’t even the best player on the team until SHAQ left. SHAQ was the most dominant force in modern basketball
— drunklander (@redk0va) August 31, 2024
On the other hand, Bryant’s fans supported Howard’s assessment, praising his view as a fitting tribute to the late NBA star. They believe that Bryant’s skills and impact on the game were on par with, if not greater than Jordan’s.
Kobe Is The Most Skilled Player Of All Time 🫡💯 Dwight Speaking facts
— 8/24Mamba-Forever 🐍 (@8_24Mamba4Ever) August 31, 2024
Finally Gil saying something that makes sense
— Huggi-B (@Huggi1973) August 31, 2024
Kobe is the most skilled player that ever played the game. Let’s just end with it. Period.
— Darko Marjanovic (@DarkoMar5) September 1, 2024
This ongoing debate between fans of these basketball icons showcases the enduring legacies of both players and their impact on the sport.
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