LeBron James is not only an absolutely legendary player, he is also a mine of equally interesting anecdotes. A story from ten years ago is the perfect example, especially since it involves none other than Michael Jordan in this case.
Who is the real GOAT of basketball? For some, it’s Michael Jordan, while others tend to turn to LeBron James. Some of their peers are sometimes also quoted in this fascinating debate, but it is usually these two men who come up most frequently in the discussion. For the moment, the advantage still seems to be on the side of the former Bulls, who has finished his career and holds more championship rings than the Laker.
Nevertheless, the latter is actively working to obtain a fifth charm, which would allow him to further reduce the gap between him and His Airness which has six. After all, he’s hoping to be recognized as the best all-timer once he hangs up, and that means outplaying the back as much as possible. Not just for that, but also to live up to one of his childhood idols.
LeBron had a picture of him and Jordan as his wallpaper
Indeed, the King logically idolized MJ during his youth, witnessing the Chicago legend’s exploits in front of his television. An admiration that lasted long after he turned pro, as he revealed in an interview in 2012. Bleacher Report explained that the winger had made a montage showing him facing his elder on the ground his screen saver, using a fairly relevant analogy to explain this decision:
He revealed that his phone’s screensaver is a Photoshop image of himself with the ball in hand as he is defended by Michael Jordan in his prime. “Jordan was my superhero growing up,” James said. “He was the guy who I believe helped me get to where I am today. As a competitor, who wouldn’t want to compete against the best? It’s like asking Tom Brady if he would like to face Joe Montana in the fourth quarter. »
As a reminder, the two US football players cited by LBJ are also considered to be among the greatest athletes in the history of their discipline. Clearly, the quadruple MVP has made Taurus his Mount Everest, using his heritage as a source of motivation to surpass day after day, as long as he is active on the floors. We immediately understand better how he manages to be still in such good shape, when he is already 37 years old and that he nevertheless has a monstrous physique.
This determination, he will also need it in 2022-23, he who wants to bounce back with his Lakers after a complicated exercise. Having extended for two more seasons in the City of Angels, Bron is officially still under contract for three years. Will he be able to take the opportunity to crown himself again? We hope so for him, although the competition is not likely to see it with the same eye and will do everything to prevent it.
Having Michael Jordan defending you as your screensaver is what it takes to have a true fascination with the Bulls legend. In any case, we would not be surprised if future athletes do the same with LeBron James, as he has inspired generations after him.
