A certified trailblazer from the WNBA joined the legendary Michael Jordan in an elite club. Bleacher Report shared a post on Instagram to announce this amazing feat. However, it kicked the bee-hive of fan reactions. From heartfelt admiration to spirited debates, the comments section erupted. Moreover, passionate fans started the age-old GOAT debate, making comparisons to LeBron James.
Let’s dive into the incredible milestones set by these two basketball legends and the new comparison.
Michael Jordan and Taurasi’s unforgettable feat
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Bleacher Report celebrates the extraordinary achievements of Diana Taurasi and Michael Jordan. For Diana, this has been a long-time coming moment. In fact, it solidifies her as one of the greatest WNBA players of all time. Along with that, the uniqueness of the feat can break barriers and expectations in professional sports.
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Taurasi became the second player in the history of the NBA and WNBA to score over 40 points at the age of 40. Not only did the 41-year-old go off for 42 points, she became the first player in WNBA history to crack 10,000 points. All in one game! A historic night for the?“White Mamba”.
Similarly, Michael Jordan has always been an intimidating player. But with age, he learned to use his IQ to make up for his athleticism. That’s how he scored 43 points against the Nets in 2003.
The comparison between Taurasi and Jordan stems from their shared ability to defy age and keep dishing out one performance after the other. However, fans came up with another comparison of their own. They brought the “King” LeBron James himself into the conversation and the whole comment section exploded.
?Bron Will Fro It?: Passionate fans speak their mind
As the post went viral, fans started reflecting on the deep emotions stirred by Taurasi and Jordan’s achievements. They were in awe of the amazing achievement of both these athletes.
“Wonder Woman Diana is the greatest basketball player of all time? of ?”
Fans poured in their compliments for the WNBA’s leading scorer.
“Diana taurasi really changed the wnba scene and brought in many viewers across the world”
But soon, the NBA’s leading scorer entered the chat.
“It?s gone be crazy when Bron drop 60+ at age 40”
His fans are certain that the?King will soon join this list.
“Wait til Bron is 40”
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Some think he’ll even set new records of himself.
“lol bron gon be 40 w a 40 point triple dub calling it now”
Diana Taurasi and Michael Jordan have undoubtedly etched their names in the annals of basketball history. Let’s see if LeBron James joins them as he is set to turn 40 next year.
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