Due to the incredible start to his 21st year, the debate for best “old player” seems to be quickly vanishing. Through 2 weeks, with each age-defying performance, LeBron James continues to bring his stranglehold on the distinction. Due to the ever-prevalent GOAT debate, LBJ fans are ready to use this as fuel to make his case against Michael Jordan. However, the answer might not be as cut and dry. Especially, if Jason Williams has something to say about it.

While willing to go with the grain, White Chocolate has a different idea about Mike’s latter days.

Jason Williams makes a definitive choice between LeBron James and Michael Jordan

While he never became a true bona fide superstar, Jason Williams remains a definite cult hero. With a magical array of dribbling moves and some of the best passes this side of Magic Johnson, Williams had the NBA world in the palm of his hands.

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Moreover, he was fearless. Regardless of the competition,?White Chocolate?had unimpeachable confidence that was visible on the court. But, looking back on it, the Sacramento Kings legend cannot help but admire the players he went up against. Specifically, Michael Jordan.

After making a shocking choice for the GOAT, Williams knew he had to show the proper credence to Jordan. “I played against Jordan back when he played for the [Washington] Wizards…Everybody says it was back in the old days, or at the end of his career. Well, the b**ch had 31 at half-time. Old my a**. I’m glad I didn’t get none of them Bulls days.”?

Further, going up against a guy like MJ was an experience unto itself. “But, just being on the court with him – Oh, it’s unbelievable.”

Interestingly, just before his show of respect to the 6-time NBA champion, Williams chose to give the baton to King James?over?His Airness. Jason Williams admitted, “The best player I’ve ever played against is LeBron James.”?

However, despite the show of respect to the 5-time MVP, it isn’t the first time Jason has gone against the norm.

White Chocolate?weighs in on GOAT debate

On multiple occasions, Williams has made his respect and appreciation for the current Los Angeles Lakers superstar crystal clear. According to the passing maestro, there are aspects of LeBron’s game and career that Jordan could never replicate.

Even though social media was harsh in critiquing his opinion, it doesn’t seem like the former Miami Heat veteran is straying from his pick. However, with a more nuanced approach, he might be safe from the wrath of NBA Twitter.

Who do you think is better? Let us know in the comments below.

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