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CLEVELAND, OHIO – FEBRUARY 20: (L-R) LeBron James and Michael Jordan attend the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 20, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)
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CLEVELAND, OHIO – FEBRUARY 20: (L-R) LeBron James and Michael Jordan attend the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 20, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)
Basketball is a very popular sport across the globe. But the person who put the NBA on the map in terms of a global scale was Michael Jordan. From the time Jordan started playing in the NBA, he started gathering enormous crowds, and people across the world used to come to witness the spectacle. Ever since then, Jordan is considered the greatest of all time in the NBA. Even after the Jordan era, many superstars emerged, but very few had an impact on the sport like Jordan did.
LeBron James is one of those players and is considered in the GOAT debate. But recently a new list emerged in which James and the Bucks’ star player top the list. This has enraged the fans to give their own perspective on the matter.
The most versatile player of all time?
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Like the GOAT debate, a new list has now emerged. This list is of the most versatile player of all time and is creating a new ruckus in the NBA fandom. Everyone is supporting the player they adore and relate to the most. In the ever-evolving landscape of the NBA, there are many names that have carved their legacies as not only dominant players but also as examples of versatility.
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But according to a new list, LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo are the most versatile players of all time. These two basketball players have something in common, despite their generational and stylistic differences.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the reigning MVP of the NBA, has significantly improved his offensive toolkit since 2013. With an average of 29.7 points per game, Antetokounmpo has elevated his mid-range game and transformed into a powerhouse on both ends of the court. His strength and ability to navigate transition plays make him an unstoppable juggernaut. His shooting at 31.4% further enhances his versatility.
Despite room for growth, Antetokounmpo is already one of the most well-rounded offensive players in the league.
And even at 35, LeBron James continues to defy conventional NBA aging narratives with his offensive brilliance and explosive rim finishes. By averaging 25 points per game and a career-high of 6.2 attempts per game, James demonstrates his adaptability and willingness to grow with the times. His game-winner against the Boston Celtics showcased his ability to deliver under pressure. However, certain fans seemed displeased with the list and had plenty to express about it.
Fans’ reaction to the newly emerged list
James and Antetokounmpo are undoubtedly skilled players, but some fans are of the opinion that the list should feature additional players. So the fans started arguing on this topic and revealed a lot of facts.
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Some fans were saying why is Magic Johnson on this list to which one fan gave a statistical analysis. He said, “Everyone who is saying magic, he was listed that for a series, not a whole SEASON. The list is for a player who on their season position was listed a different position for at least 1 whole season“.
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Some fans did not even like the idea of having such a list. One of them wrote, ” This is a trash post you don’t need to be listed at every position to be considered a versatile player“.
A fan, even though Antetokounmpo did not deserve to be on the list. He said, “Only bron doing goat things gainnis is only exiting the playoffs this time”.
Another fan thought that this list made no sense. He wrote, “That is the stupidest thing I’ve ever heard. Y’all will believe anything.”
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Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James are rewriting NBA records, showcasing the power of versatility in an innovative and evolving landscape. Undoubtedly, they are the ones leading the way into a new period, with a permanent place in basketball’s history.
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