With LeBron James record in the finals some say he can never surpass Michael Jordan as the NBA's greatest player of all-time. Most basketball fans love arguing about who ranks where among the game's very best, but few commits to a list of the top players ever. Most fans will agree that both Lebron and Jordan are the greatest in their respective eras. But who is the greatest of all time? King James vs. Air Jordan, The Chosen One vs. His Airness which nick name do you prefer? Whether created or given Michael Jodan and Lebron James nicknames are a great place to start when comparing two of the greatest players to ever compete in the NBA. Both have ranked number with shoe sales while active players. Jordan's shoes and his brand are among the …show more content…
As James still has some time left to play to surpass Jordan as he entered his 15th season in the NBA this year tying Jordan's years in the league. James while beginning his 15th year has displayed that he is still a very dominate player on the court. Jordan has averaged more points during the regular season, playoffs, and finals. While James rebound and assist averages through the regular season, playoffs, and finals surpasses Jordan's. While Jordan's steals and blocks per game gives him the lead in current career stats along with his shooting percentage as well. Nevertheless each player has played a vital role in their respective teams success. With their ability to be reliable and some times carry their teams when needed in a …show more content…
While both players have won 2 Olympic gold medals with Team USA Lebron with receiving one bronze medal. When it comes to All-Star selections Jordan has fourteen selections with James right on his heels with thirteen. With more selections, it’s not a surprise or shock to see that Jordan also has won more All-Star MVPs having three to Lebron's two. Jordan holds nine All-Defensive first team’s selections to LeBron’s six. Jordan also leads Lebron ten Scoring titles to LeBron’s one. Lebron does lead Jordan with thirteen All-NBA first team selections to Jordan’s eleven selections. However, what many think is Jordan’s greatest achievement and places him at possibly the greatest of all time is his Final record. Going undefeated in the finals to LeBron’s 3-5 finals record. Which is no small feat making it to the Finals eight times with two different teams is a feat only Lebron holds himself. But with Jordan wining all six of his championships along with five finals Most Valuable players to go with it is what make him the greatest of all