Former Bulls Star Drags LeBron James Through the Dirt Amid Stephen Curry and Michael Jordan Debate

A 6x NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls, Michael Jordan had a massive impact on people during his era of basketball. From caps to shoes to jerseys, kids wanted nothing but the Jordan number and name. People would try the MJ fade away all day in the park. Everyone wanted to be ‘Like Mike’. Great arguments erupt when the question, “Who is the modern Michael Jordan?” arises.?Golden State Warriors great Stephen Curry and?Los Angles Lakers superstar LeBron James are both big representatives of the NBA.

There is always a debate as to who is the better and more impactful player. Both the stars have four NBA championships and have proved why they are the best with their Hall of Fame caliber performances and feats over the years. Although, former Chicago Bulls player Jay Williams decided to choose one over the other in a recent interview.?

Jay Williams believes Stephen Curry is the ‘modern Michael Jordan’?

The Curry effect is felt worldwide, from young kids to elders. The reigning Finals MVP has amazed the entire world with his shooting ability. He has proved his worth by winning two MVPs and four titles to date. Moreover, with reaching the milestone of most three-pointers made at all-time, many fans believe Curry is the best shooter to ever play the game.

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Jay Williams, in a recent interview with Max Kellerman and Keyshawn, chose Stephen Curry over LeBron James. There is no doubt Williams has been a great fan of Curry. Williams has credited the Warriors star on several occasions, but this might be the highest praise he has given to Curry.?

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Jay Williams put up a big question, “What’s the LeBron James signature move, the kids are trying to do?”. Further, he mentions “But I see every kid in the park….’ Steph Curry three from half court. Steph Curry. Shoot. Turn. Look away!’. Williams added, “It’s the same thing as MJ man. It has the same impact and I have never seen a player, change the geometry of a basketball court.”

Williams goes on to credit Curry, “I watch college games, high school games, varsity kids, 3-on-1 fast breaks taking 10 feet behind the 3-point line….. It’s the ‘Steph Curry’ effect, but I don’t see the ‘LeBron James’ effect like that”. Moreover, Max Kellerman and Keyshawn agreed with Jay Williams, as they believe Curry is the most influential player.?

Who has a better chance at the title this year?

The Warriors and the Lakers have had pretty rough starts to their seasons. Though the Warriors have bounced back to the current sixth seed, the Lakers have fallen down to the 13th seed in the Western Conference. Both LeBron James and Stephen Curry have been leading their teams from the front, averaging more than 30 points a game each. Curry continues to put in match-winning performances, even after his injury the previous month.

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At the moment, the Warriors certainly have a much better chance for the playoffs when compared to the Lakers. With the increasing competition in the West almost every day, the Lakers might not even make it to the playoffs this season.?

Do you think Stephen Curry and co. can defend their title this season? Let us know in the comments below.