The debate over who the greatest player of all time in the NBA is has been ongoing for a long time. Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant are the three names most frequently mentioned in these discussions. Recently, Charles Barkley stirred the NBA community by making a striking comparison between these three legends.
Barkley recently appeared on the “They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce” podcast, where he participated in candid discussions about various sports aspects. During the conversation, he noted a significant personality difference between Bryant, Jordan, and James.
“The difference is LeBron’s a nice guy. Nobody ever said that s**t about Michael and Kobe. Michael and Kobe, they’re mean guys. They’re going to kick your a** and tell you about it the whole time.” Barkley said.
Bryant, who tragically lost his life in a helicopter accident, had an illustrious career spanning 20 seasons in the NBA. In contrast, Jordan played 15 seasons, mainly with the Chicago Bulls. At the same time, James remains active in the league and is currently competing in his 22nd professional season.
Barkley Highlights Jordan’s Unparalleled Impact On Basketball
Jordan significantly contributed to basketball’s global popularity during the 1980s and 1990s. His professional career is marked by numerous outstanding achievements. Among these, he secured 6 NBA championships, 5 NBA MVP awards, and 6 NBA Finals MVP awards. Recently, in the same podcast, Barkley expressed his admiration for the basketball icon, emphasizing Jordan’s unparalleled impact on the sport.
“I’ve never seen a better basketball player than Michael Jordan… Because I don’t even put LeBron above Kobe.” Barkley said on the “They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce” podcast.
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Barkley is well-known for his insightful commentary on various topics within the league. Recently, he had a heated exchange with Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick. Barkley is the host of Inside the NBA on TNT, where he has entertained fans for years.
