Dwight Howard Has Everyone Divided On Social Media After He Claims Kobe Bryant Was More Skillful Player Than Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant have both left a lasting legacy on the basketball court, serving as ideal role models for aspiring young players. Their names frequently surface whenever the best player’s debate is discussed.
Recently, this discussion heated up again when former NBA star Dwight Howard made a bold claim about Bryant’s legacy over Jordan’s.
During his appearance on “Gil’s Arena Live” with Gilbert Arenas, the former NBA star expressed his belief that Kobe Bryant was a more skilled player than Michael Jordan.
“I think Kobe better than MJ skill-wise. He took everything Jordan did and multiplied it. He did it better. He had the fadeaway, the drive, the pump fake,” Howard said.
Fans React to Dwight Howard’s Bold Statement Favoring Kobe Bryant’s Legacy Over Michael Jordan
Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan have played each other eight times in their careers. During these matchups, Bryant’s Los Angeles Lakers won five games, giving him a slight edge in their head-to-head meetings. However, Michael Jordan holds a more impressive record when it comes to championships and accolades.
Jordan has six NBA championships under his belt, compared to Bryant’s five. Jordan also has six Finals MVP awards and five regular-season MVP awards, while Bryant earned two Finals MVPs and one regular-season MVP.
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The debate between fans of these two NBA legends is never-ending, with each side passionately defending their player’s legacy. Recently, former NBA star Dwight Howard’s bold statement favoring Kobe Bryant over Michael Jordan reignited this debate.
Jordan’s fans were quick to respond, criticizing Howard’s comments and claiming Jordan’s superior achievements. They argue that Jordan’s impressive record makes him the greatest player ever.
Kobe was a copy paste version of Jordan, and maybe that’s why he was also a POS teammate and person.
Kobe got a lucky headstart with his career as well, because he wasn’t even the best player on the team until SHAQ left. SHAQ was the most dominant force in modern basketball
— drunklander (@redk0va) August 31, 2024
On the other hand, Bryant’s fans supported Howard’s assessment, praising his view as a fitting tribute to the late NBA star. They believe that Bryant’s skills and impact on the game were on par with, if not greater than Jordan’s.
This ongoing debate between fans of these basketball icons showcases the enduring legacies of both players and their impact on the sport.
Everyone Is Pissed Off With Former NBA Star Gilbert Arenas After His Ridiculous Claims About Michael Jordan As The Only Elite Athlete Of His Era
Gilbert Arenas and Michael Jordan (Images Credit: Getty Images)Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas recently shared his picks for his All-Time Team USA starting five, notably leaving out Michael Jordan. However, regarding the NBA, Arenas holds a different opinion about Jordan.
Recently, Anthony Edwards claimed that Michael Jordan was the only player in his era with skill. Though for the claim he received a pile of backlashes from the former players, Arenas came forward in support of the Minnesota Timberwolves star. On a recent episode of the “Gil’s Arena” podcast, Arenas shared his thoughts on the discussion, agreeing with Edwards’ assessment of Jordan’s era.
“Basically, all Jordan’s competition in that era did not even have the physical tools to keep up with him. So he was basically a Bugatti, and everybody else was a Honda Civic. All the shooting guards were 6’4 and under. They didn’t have no jumping ability, right?” Arenas said.
“So who he went against, he’s saying they weren’t talented, meaning they weren’t athletic to keep up with them today,” Arenas added.
Fans Slammed Gilbert Arenas For Bold Claim on Michael Jordan
Gilbert Arenas is no longer in the NBA, but his take on current and former players often brings his name back into the discussion.
Similar to Edwards, Arenas also faced criticism from fans. They argued that several other notable stars deserve to be included in the conversation alongside Jordan. Fans disagreed with the former NBA star’s perspective and voiced their opposition to Arenas’ views in the comments.
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Arenas recently stirred controversy by claiming Devin Booker and Trae Young’s legacy over Stephen Curry. Before that, Arenas credited Kevin Durant with Curry’s legacy with the Golden State Warriors.
Hence, for his back-to-back controversial takes, fans believe Arenas used to share his viewpoint without considering much.
Seemingly, the dispute over Jordan’s legacy will never end. Let’s see who comes next, either in support of Arenas or in opposition to him.
