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“LeBron James is better than Michael Jordan and its not even a debate”: Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios makes his case for the GOAT

Arjun Julka
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"LeBron James is better than Michael Jordan and its not even a debate": Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios makes his case for the GOAT

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios makes his case in the basketball GOAT debate, stating LeBron James is better than Michael Jordan.

A favorite barbershop conversation of who is the basketball GOAT. LeBron James and Micheal Jordan have been pitted against each other for years. A never-ending topic with no consensus.

The above debate was once again ignited, this time, by tennis superstar Nick Kyrgios. The Aussie called King James the GOAT and added by saying that it was not even a debate.

Never has a sports personality been so vocal about his preference as Kyrgios. The 2019 Washington Open winner has caused a stir on social media with his recent bold statement.

The LeBron James vs Michael Jordan GOAT debate has participants over all age groups. While some give the Bulls legend an edge concerning his 6 championship rings, others have the kid from Akron as their choice due to his individual accolades, such as all-time leading scorers and assists.

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However, it is impossible to conclude as the 2 superstars player in completely different eras. Nevertheless, this would never stop the pundits and analysts from drawing an umpteen no of statistics to make their individual case stronger.

“LeBron James is better than Michael Jordan and its not even a debate”: Nick Kyrgios

The Australian player has no qualms in declaring King James as the GOAT. However, the internet didn’t spare a moment to troll the tennis player for his ignorance towards MJ.

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Here are some of the reactions,

While some supported his argument,

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Arjun Julka

Arjun Julka

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Arjun Julka is a NBA author at The SportsRush. Basketball isn’t just a sport for this 26-year-old, who hails from Mumbai. He began watching the sport after stumbling upon a court in his society, helping him identify an undiscovered passion for the game of hoops. Now an ardent fan, Arjun supports Stephen Curry and the Warriors but also enjoys watching Giannis Antetokounmpo own the paint. When it comes to the GOAT debate, the TSR author feels LeBron James is yet to receive a lot of his due but cannot deny marveling at Michael Jordan’s resume.

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