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Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:00:18 +0000

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Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:08:17 +0000

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By: jonnylons

jonnylons — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:58:35 +0000

Great comments, you guys. Jared, I am glad to know that I am not the only one that thinks Jordan gets waaaaayyyy too much cred. He was a great player in his era, but today I really question if he would be as good. Remember when AI broke his ankles? Sure Jordan was like 38 at the time, but still.

And Jason, thanks for the compliment. You are definitely right about old players chest-thumping their egos and talking about how hard things were in their day. And David Robinson was my favorite NBA player growing up (he was born in the Keys, which is where I grew up) and his self-lessness is legendary. I am sure Tim Duncan will mention him in his HOF speech.

By: Jason

Jason — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:33:55 +0000

Jonny,

This is the best commentary I’ve seen on this subject. I loved watching Jordan, but you’re absolutely right, his teams were certainly not without talent. Pippen is considered a top 50 player of all time. Not bad for someone considered a Robin to MJ’s Batman. Then add Grant, Rodman, Kukoc, Harper, etc, as you mentioned, and you’re looking at more than simple role players here. It seems like sooner or later, after every “great” accomplishment by those with egos, those that reach the top like to at least think they did most of if on their own. That’s what made David Robinson’s HOF speech so refreshing here not too long ago. He was quick to point how he was part of something great and how he was so fortunate to have so many people that helped him grow.

By: Jared

Jared — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:07:23 +0000

I love michael jordan more than anything, but it’s not like michael jordan is a person to look up to. He was an arrogant and selfish player. Many people complained about him during his day, but what shut people up? He won championships, period. He had a great supporting cast and honestly i think he played during an easier era. Like the articles states, it was easy to get through the east teams. The athletes these days are just off the charts in shape. I praise MJ for all that he’s done, but I wonder everyday how he would have fared with today’s era of players. Lebron is way more athletic than Jordan is…I don’t see how you can make a case that Jordan was more athletic than Lebron. I think Lebron has a better head on his shoulders, however, I hope he doesn’t listen to his handlers too much b/c they seem a little sketchy at times. It’s just pathetic, that we are praising a basketball god that was all about himself and we are giving hell to a guy who has friends in the NBA, who enjoys playing with them/against them/etc. and who really values the meaning of the word team. Just makes no sense to me. But people don’t praise you until you’re all done. If lebron wins all the championships with miami everyone will shut up and praise him years later; thats how it works. Jordan wasn’t praised at the beginning; nor was Kobe (any ppl need to stop comparing lebron to kobe; kobe can’t take lebron–kobe just has always had a better supporting cast). and i’m sorry d-wade but i don’t see how lebron isn’t going to outshine you; lebron is younger and bigger and stronger and more athletic. I just wish people started being more realistic instead of basing their opinions off of bogus ideas that they make up in their crazy head. If your gonna make a comparison, do it the right way and stop acting like MJ did it by himself.

By: anypoint

anypoint — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:32:17 +0000

I have a feeling, that if the 3 went to Chicago or NY – everyone would have been fine and said what a smart shrewd move by these guys.

It may have to do with Rileys confidence, that everyone hates the move Miami did. Outside of that, I really dont know why everyone is nitpicking Miami. They keep coming with a new excuse why it wont work.