Michael Jordan

As LeBron James broke the all-time NBA scoring record held by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, while Michael Jordan did not challenge for the record – fans are curious ...

This difference is mainly due to the increase in 3-point attempts by teams in the current NBA compared to Jordan's time. Fans have been flocking by the thousands to the Top Shot online platform to buy short videos of dramatic sequences from professional basketball games, as a new virtual market enjoys astonishing success among collectors, sports fans and art lovers. James is expected to add even more points to the record, making it virtually unbreakable. [Michael Jordan](/topic/michael-jordan)and [LeBron James](/topic/lebron-james)are the two legends of the NBA’s all-time history – however, when it comes to scoring, Michael Jordan is widely considered the better talent compared to [LeBron](/topic/lebron)James, who is also one of the greatest players in [NBA](/topic/nba)history. [Abdul-Jabbar](/topic/abdul-jabbar), but it was LeBron James who eventually broke the record. However, [James](/topic/james)has the advantage as a better passer and rebounder, and their defensive abilities are evenly matched.

The Chicago Bulls icon amassed a slew of accolades over the course of his playing career, including six NBA championships and five Most Valuable Player trophies ...

Smith did](https://www.cinemablend.com/television/that-time-michael-jordan-smoked-and-trash-talked-jr-smith-while-they-were-golfing) when the two of them played. Air Jordan got the job done and in the process, earned the respect of a number of his peers. How exactly that strength translates to recreational activities with friends is hard to say but, based on what we know about him as well as Anthony Anderson’s comments, I’m sure [the NBA GOAT gives it his all](https://www.cinemablend.com/television/dwyane-wade-talks-nba-goats-but-has-a-sobering-thought-about-michael-jordans-legacy) every time. [Netflix subscription](https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/netflix-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included).) Though [Jordan initially didn’t want to do the series](https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2549506/why-the-last-dances-michael-jordan-initially-didnt-want-to-do-the-espn-docuseries), he eventually agreed and, in it, he didn’t hold back when discussing what fueled him on the court. The black-ish alum is definitely aware that not too many people can say they’ve beaten His Airness in some kind of competition. Anthony Anderson has been friends with Michael Jordan for a while now and seems to know him quite well.

NBA legend Michael Jordan has sent LeBron James a touching message after the Los Angeles Lakers star set the new all-time points record in the league on ...

"I am going to take myself against anybody that has played this game but everyone is going to have their favourite. James feels that he is the best, although he admitted it's not really his decision to make. The debate over who is the greatest player of all-time continues, but James has this record banked in his favour. But up there with James for one of the biggest names in NBA history is Jordan, and he too has something to say. "Congratulations to LeBron on this incredible achievement," Jordan said as James broke Abdul-Jabbar's record. The Lakers may have lost 133-130 to Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday, but a 38-point game from James saw him overtake Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time NBA scoring record.

After Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James became the NBA's all-time scoring leader in Tuesday's loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, congratulatory messages.

That's just my confidence, that's just what I bring to the table, what I possess. "What I bring to the table as a basketball player … The 59-year-old, who is the governor of the Charlotte Hornets, is regarded as one of the greatest winners in any sport thanks to his six championships in six NBA Finals appearances. The 38-year-old also has never been secretive of his admiration for Jordan, [acknowledging](https://www.sportscasting.com/lebron-james-admits-michael-jordan-inspired-path-greatness/) the major impact he felt watching him play as a child growing up in Akron, Ohio. While there are many worthy players of recognition, the GOAT debate has routinely come down to James vs. "Congratulations to LeBron on this incredible achievement.

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith said Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan is the greatest scorer ever, not LeBron James, despite the Lakers star setting the all-time ...

Doesn't mean that he wasn't worthy of the celebration last night." "Doesn't mean that he's not on the Mt. "We as a society, we have to grow up and recognize the fact that just because you don't consider him the greatest scorer ever doesn't mean that he isn't one of the greatest players ever," Smith said. This man has not only been one of the greatest players in NBA history, he has been one of the greatest ambassadors and one of the greatest people. And it's just that simple." Smith continued: "Very, very worthy of all the adulation, all the celebration.