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1 month ago | 
talksport.com | “By acclamation |Michael Jordan |Joshua Rogers
“By acclamation, Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time."That's the opening line from the NBA's official legends profile spotlighting the Chicago Bulls legend. While it may be true, not even Jordan himself agrees. In a moment of rare modesty, 'His Airness', renowned for his killer mentality and ruthless competitive edge, once admitted that he can’t put himself above any of his predecessors in the GOAT (greatest of all time) debate, especially Larry Bird and Magic Johnson.
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Jan 6, 2025 | 
wfxb.com | Michael Jordan |Annelyn Russ
It took Jordan 1,072 games in 15 seasons to achieve the record, while James did it in 1,523 games throughout 22 seasons. LeBron James made history Friday night breaking an NBA record held by Michael Jordan for years. LeBron secured a record 563rd career 30-point game after shooting a turnaround fadeaway jumper in the fourth quarter in a game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks. He passed Jordan’s record set back in 2003.
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Nov 12, 2024 | 
abc7news.com | Tim MacMahon |Scottie Pippen |Michael Jordan |Tom Brady
ByTim MacMahonTuesday, November 12, 2024 2:06PMKLAY THOMPSON BRIEFLY considered bringing a Boston Whaler to Dallas, figuring it would be a good boat to dock at one of the local lakes, allowing him to indulge in his most prominent off-court passion after leaving the San Francisco Bay Area for his new NBA home. But Thompson thought better of the idea.
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Nov 4, 2024 | 
briefly.co.za | Michael Jordan |Kenneth Mwenda |"By acclamation
When scouts evaluate a player's potential to become an NBA great, they consider a variety of criteria, including hand size, height, and skills. Some of the biggest hands in NBA history have provided players with a distinct advantage, and they have had better ball control, crisper passes, and improved defence. TABLE OF CONTENTSWhile fans may concentrate on a player's physical stature or athletic abilities, their enormous palms can be a valuable advantage.
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Oct 4, 2024 | 
247tempo.com | Michael Jordan |Luxia Le
Michael Jordan isn’t just a well-known basketball player. He’s also a respected figure for motivational speaking, which might make sense when you remember that a large portion of sports is focused on providing motivation and amping up your team mates. Some great quotes about motivation and perseverance are attributed primarily to Jordan, making him a popular figure for young men and women to look up to alike.
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
talksport.com | “By acclamation |Michael Jordan |Joshua Rogers
“By acclamation, Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time."That's the opening line from the NBA's official legends profile spotlighting the Chicago Bulls legend. While it may be true, not even Jordan himself agrees. In a moment of rare modesty, 'His Airness', renowned for his killer mentality and ruthless competitive edge, once admitted that he can’t put himself above any of his predecessors in the GOAT (greatest of all time) debate, especially Larry Bird and Magic Johnson.
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Aug 24, 2024 | 
firstsportz.com | Ubong Archibong |Michael Jordan
The NBA GOAT debate continues, with one-time NBA coach of the year Avery Johnson recently stating his opinion. Many have Michael Jordan as the GOAT, whereas others have LeBron James. Johnson believes Michael Jordan’s legacy remains unmatched, as he referenced his impressive career averages and numerous accolades. Michael Jordan’s career statistics, which include 30.1 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game, are unparalleled in league history.
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Aug 24, 2024 | 
firstsportz.com | LeBron James |Kobe Byrant |Michael Jordan |Kartik Mudaliar
The late Kobe Bryant was one of the best players in the NBA back in his time after the Michael Jordan era and before the LeBron James era. However, people often consider the GOAT battle in the sport to be between the likes of the former Chicago Bulls legend, Jordan, and current Los Angeles Lakers star man, James. Notably, another former player, Gilbert Arenas had a different view regarding the GOAT debate.
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Jun 24, 2024 | 
firstsportz.com | Ubong Archibong |Michael Jordan |“The Last Dance”
Lionel Messi recently expressed his admiration for Michael Jordan on the Clank! podcast, calling him the greatest athlete of all time. Messi praised Jordan’s impact on sports, saying it transcends basketball and extends to the entire sports world. Messi credited the documentary series “The Last Dance” with deepening his understanding of Jordan’s greatness. He described the series as a “masterpiece” that provided insight into Jordan’s personality and career.
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Jun 24, 2024 | 
firstsportz.com | Ubong Archibong |Michael Jordan
Shawn Kemp, a former NBA player, has expressed his disapproval of comparisons between LeBron James and Michael Jordan. While he acknowledges both players’ greatness, Kemp believes they are fundamentally different and should not be compared. Kemp thinks LeBron James is right up there among the best players in NBA history, but doesn’t think he needs to be considered the best. He suggests that LBJ should be compared to Magic Johnson instead, due to their similar playing styles.
