LeBron James is officially playing in his 23rd NBA season, a feat no player has ever achieved. He keeps adding to his already absurd all-time scoring record, which many think makes him the GOAT. However, Michael Jordan’s fans will never accept this, making the GOAT debate an endless topic of conversation.
Dwyane Wade has often listed MJ as his inspiration, admitting that he wanted to be like the Chicago Bulls superstar growing up. However, Wade also played alongside prime LeBron, winning two championships. This makes the Hall of Famer’s take on the debate arguably one of the most unique ones.
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“Well, here’s how I’m going to start defining it, okay? It’s no secret, Michael Jordan is my basketball GOAT,” Wade said on a video shared on his official YouTube channel. “Personally, for all the reasons he should be. But I do have a new way of answering the question when people ask me.
Lebron James and Michael Jordan on court during halftime during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
“I’m going to say: Michael Jordan is the greatest player I’ve ever watched. He is the greatest player I’ve ever watched. LeBron James is the greatest player I’ve ever seen.”
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Wade’s opinion does seem like he’s trying to play both sides. He did call Jordan his personal GOAT, but one could argue he’s just maintaining plausible deniability. Ultimately, the debate comes down to what each individual values – peak dominance or incredible longevity.
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