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In fairness, I think Lebron is safely ahead of the Hick from French Lick. I don't think there's a winning argument on Larry's side in that debate.
Unless "DERP 3 RINGS!!!"
I think Larry deserves to be there. The East was ridiculously tough in his era. I know he just has 3 rings (which is still a lot), and his teams were clearly great. But it was tough getting out of the East.
And he's as complete of a player we've ever seen. There's no debate he's a better shooter than LeBron. His post game was outstanding, and an underrated defender (not suggesting he's as good as LB on that end). He was a better rebounder, and as good of a passer IMO.
I used to have Bird ahead of him, but I give the edge to LeBron now all-time.
I think Bird makes a case, but I'd give it to LeBron.
My issue with LeBron being the greatest of all-time, is that he has weaknesses in his game. I mean, not throughout his career he's had them, but majority of his career they've been there.
At times he's struggled to hit free throws, and with his jump shot. We are splitting hairs, I mean he's clearly great and among the greatest. If I were to make a case against him, I'd point to that.
We got to look at longevity, not just a small gap where he's been exceptional or at least good at those things.
His prime Miami days he was the complete package though.