The Onion makes a hilarious mockery of Skip Bayless’ obsession with LeBron James.
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The NBA GOAT debate continues to be one of America’s favorite barber-shop conversations, with Michael Jordan and LeBron James being the two cornerstones of this never-ending debate. Championships, MVPs, and individual statistics continue to be the crux of comparisons.
Whether it’s TV debates, social media, or podcasts, the mere mention of MJ and King James attract eyeballs. Speaking of the GOAT debate, veteran NBA analyst Skip Bayless recently revealed how gas never hit $5 per gallon during Jordan’s era, making an absurd comparison with James.
The Fox Sports analyst stated fans would never again see a comparable player or prices while making his case for His Airness. Skip’s adoration for the Bulls legend is no secret, while he has been an avid critic of James since his high school days.
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Skip’s obsession with James might have him blame the four-time champion for global issues as well.
The Onion throws shade at Skip Bayless.
For those who don’t know, The Onion is an American digital media company and newspaper organization that publishes satirical articles on international, national, and local news.
Though there can never be a unanimous decision on this, the GOAT debate between His Airness and the King is always a go-to topic for media outlets to boost their ratings or viewership. Over the years, we’ve witnessed players, Hall of Famers, analysts, and fans make their arguments on this topic.
Nonetheless, there are times when some reasonings could come across as highly bizarre. Popular publication, The Onion decided to have some fun with this topic using their satirical undertone.
“Declaring that fans would “never again” see a comparable player or prices, Skip Bayless reminded viewers Monday that gas never hit $5 per gallon during the Michael Jordan era.”
“When Jordan captured his first title, you could fill up your entire car for $19—I’m talking the entire tank for under 20 bucks,” said Skip, who scoffed at co-host Shannon Sharpe’s assertion that he was completely overlooking the 1990 oil crisis that caused widespread sticker shock at the pumps following the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait.”
“$1.06 in 1998. Can you believe that? Back when Jordan was the most dominant player in the NBA, you could afford to fill up your entire tank of gas, and grab a snack for the road. Face the facts!” At press time, Skip added he wouldn’t even consider placing Lebron James in his top five of all time considering the rising price of meat.”
While The Onion’s take is hypothetical, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Skip blame James for the inflation in the United States, considering him bringing James into every debate irrespective of the subject.
