The ultimate superstar, Michael Jordan impressed not only with his statistical exploits, but also with the aesthetics of his game. Another legend admits to not having been able to compete with him on this point, without having given his share to the dogs.
When he arrived in the league, almost no one predicted such a bright future for him. Michael Jordan however, knew how to ignore his simple status as 3rd pick to establish himself as one of, if not the best player in NBA history. A status he owes to many factors, ranging from his fierce competitive spirit to his impeccable work ethic. Without forgetting of course his immense talent.
Because yes, unlike some of his prestigious counterparts, MJ did not land in the big leagues with a clear physical ascendancy. Apart from his exceptional relaxation and hangtime, he could not at the time rely on a developed musculature or on any size advantage over his opponents. An appropriate context to forge an arsenal as efficient as it is attractive.
The brilliant comparison of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with Jordan
Holder of a complete offensive panoply, Jordan knew how to use it with grace on the ground, thus inspiring many fans. In an interview for the Hartford CourantKareem Abdul-Jabbar recognizes this specificity… but nevertheless considers himself just as lethal as him:
I may not have been as sexy as Michael Jordan or Julius Erving when it came to acting, but I was effective.
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I think this efficiency comes from the fact that being tall is an advantage on the court. As a result, people tend to admire guys like Michael Jordan and LeBron who are able to overcome their relative size deficit and still dominate. It’s amazing, it’s spectacular, and people are drawn to that kind of athletic talent. But the big players still dominate this sport.
Certainly less fluid and airy than His Airness, Kareem was nonetheless a threat not to be overlooked among the competition. His unusual size of 2m18 and 102kg, however, prevented fans from identifying with him, which made him less attractive than Mike, according to him. So, if their physiques had been swapped at birth, perhaps KAJ would be featured more often in the GOAT debate.
Anyway, the mythical pivot has nothing to be ashamed of his illustrious career. He is also very proud of his longevity, which has nothing to envy to that of Jordan:
To be honest, I still can’t believe I was able to do that. Thinking about it objectively, it’s really titanic to play 20 years. I am so lucky to have been able to experience the greatest moments of this sport on many occasions.
Model of countless pivots, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar did not affect the general public as much as Michael Jordan and his natural elegance. However, he can claim to have created one of the most iconic moves of all time!
2023-07-28 19:50:00
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