“MJ Is Basketball”: Hoop Fans Eviscerate Stephen A Smith as He Backtracks on Michael Jordan Claim Only for 35 YO Warriors Superstar

There seems to be an endless debate over who the greatest player in the NBA is. And some of the names that are often involved in the altercation are Michael Jordan and LeBron James. However, an old, resurfaced video of famed NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith’s comment seemed to have sparked another debate over the same. And this time, it is not Kobe Bryant or LeBron James. A new name from the Golden State Warriors has joined the GOAT conversation.

Previously, the 55-year-old television host and journalist made a statement on how the NBA world is yet to witness the best offensive player after 6-time NBA champion Michael Jordan. And the old clip is the proof of his statement. However, much later, Smith effortlessly contradicted his previous claim and brought another new name in the debate.

Stephen A. Smith challenged his own claim

During a conversation, Smith claimed that the NBA world is yet to come across a player whose skills are greater than the legend Michael Jordan in offense. And in the clip, Smith is seen making the statement.

However, another statement from the television personality resurfaced that seemed to differ from his previous claim. He named 35-year-old Warriors player Stephen Curry as the player who can offensively give a tough competition to the legend. 

The 55-year-old noted, “He (Stephen Curry) is the greatest shooter that we’ve ever seen… This dude is just on another level I’ve never seen anyone like him.”

However, some fans weren’t happy with Smith ditching his own claim. They flocked down to the comment section to give their opinions.

While a few supported Curry, most went on to give a debatable comment.

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A fan wrote, “Cause mj set the template for the generation now. AI, kobe and etc.
also everyone looked up to kobe, so mj = GOAT.”

Fans disagree with Stephen A. Smith

Drawing a fine line between the players, one of the users wrote, “Nice Steph can shoot better then Jordan and Jordan can do everything else better.”

Another fan said, “I look at a lot of players do things MJ couldn’t do. Doesn’t mean they better but still.”

One of the fans is sure about their answer and wrote, “Curry is my idol but that doesnt mean that he is the goat MJ with no doubt no question asked.”

Another fan said, “Agreed but MJ is sadly still better.”

One of the users backed up their comment with explanation and wrote, “Steph couldn’t defend be as athletic finish shoot the midrange for that matter Jordan still better.”

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This is a debate that will go on for years. But we would like to hear your thoughts. Do you agree with Smith? Tell us in the comments!