"Why is James compared to Jordan?" - This sentence can be noisy on 100 pages in basketball forums. Some people feel that James is a solid all-time second, and even surpasses Jordan in some aspects; It is also believed thatComparing James to Jordan is in itself a blasphemy against the god of basketball。

So here's the question:Does James really not deserve to be compared to Jordan? Or is this debate itself a clash of values between two generations of fans?

Today, let's put aside our feelings and start withStrength, achievements, game methods, and the background of the timesA few dimensions, take a good break—James and Jordan, can they be discussed on the same platform?

1. Hard Honor Comparison: Jordan is firmly on the throne, but is James really far behind?

Let's look at the most objective part first-Champions, MVPs, FMVPs, data accumulation。

From the point of view of honor,Jordan is still the GOAT (Best All-Time)especiallyTwo triple crowns + 6 FMVP's dominance, unmatched so far. But James's4 crowns + 0 FMVP + 0 MVPs + all-time scoring champions, also hardcore enough.

Where are the key gaps?

• Jordan's pinnacle is more concentrated(90's invincible),James' longevity is even more terrifying(20 year peak).
• Jordan never lost the Finals(6 into 0 crowns),James lost 6 times(6 crowns and 0 sub-Asias).
• Jordan's scoring was more explosive(10 scoring titles),James is more versatile(Historic Organizational Striker).

SoIn terms of honor alone, Jordan is still the first, but James's second in history is not in vain。

2. Playing Style: Hitman vs Commander

The biggest difference between Jordan and James is, actuallyPlaying philosophy。

Jordan: The ultimate killer, who only believes in his own hands

• On the offensive end: There is no solution in the middle distance, the master of singles on the back, and cold-blooded at critical moments.
• Defensively: 9 times one defense, steal king, offensive and defensive integration.
• mentality"If the game is tied in the last 5 seconds, the ball has to be in my hands. ”

James: All-around commander, top basketball IQ history

• On the offensive end: Break through the crushing, the passing vision is comparable to that of a point guard, and the three-point range evolves year by year.
• Defensively: At the peak, it can defend from the No. 5 position to the No. 0 position, but the defensive investment decreases in the later stage.
• mentality"I'll find the best way to win, even if it's not me scoring. ”

Jordan is like Kobe Bryant and Durant - do it yourself at critical moments; James is like a magician – making the whole team better.

Here's why:

• Jordan's teammates (Pippen, Rodman) are excellent supports, but not supergiants.
• James' teammates (Wade, Irving, Davis) tend to play at the top of their game.

3. How to succeed: One person, one city vs team up at the top

Here it isThe most controversial part。

Jordan: Bulls Dynasty, One Man, One City (Almost)

• 1998-0 years, except for the comeback of the Wizards,The entire peak is dedicated to the bulls。
• Pippen was drafted, and Rodman was strengthened in the later stages.There is no active huddle。
• "I never call people to recruit them, they want to win, so they come to Chicago on their own."

James: Three decisions, the pinnacle team

• 2010 years to go to the Heat: Join forces with Wade and Bosh to start the era of "super team".
• 2014 years back to the knight: In exchange for Lefou, partner Owen.
• 2018 years to the Lakers: Trade to Davis for another championship.

Many people spray James for "taking shortcuts", but look at it from another angle:

• The NBA in the Jordan era,There is no free agent marketThere is very little movement of stars.
• Modern basketball isSuperstar huddlesDurant, Curry, and Harden are all doing it.
• James was only the first to eat the crab and had it 4 times.

4. Different times have different dominance

Jordan's 90s: Brutal defensively and slow-paced

• 规则允许hand-checking(Limit the breakthrough with hand contact), and it is more difficult to score from the outside.
• There is no joint defense, Jordan can be infinitely heads-up.
• Few competitors: Aside from Olajuwon's Rockets, there were no super teams in the 90s.

James' era: fast-paced, three-point revolution

• Stricter defensive rulesIt's easier to break through, but the three-point threat is greater.
• The Warriors dynasty, the Spurs system, and the Celtics triumvirate- More competition.
• Data explosion: Modern basketball scores are easier, but James remains at his peak for 20 years.

To put it simply: Jordan ruled in tougher circumstances, and James was evergreen in more complicated times.

5. Why do many people think James is not worthy of Jordan?

(1) Sentiment filter

• Jordan is the basketball god of the 90s,Memories of youth for many fans。
• James is a "modern product",Old-school fans are naturally resistant。

(2) Impression flow at key moments

• Jordan's "The Shot"、"The Battle of the Flu" ** is too classic, making people feel that he never pulls his hips.
• James has2011 Year Finals Incognito、2023 years of critical mistakes, the black dots are magnified.

(3) Double standard in the media era

• Jordan's black material (gambling, teammates conflicts) has been downplayed by the times.
• James's every move was observed under a microscope,"Decision Door""Throwing the pot and passing" will always be mentioned.

6. Conclusion: James is unworthy? Or are we too double-standard?

Jordan is the better scorer, the more ruthless killer, the more perfect championship story.

James is a more versatile player, a more enduring peak, a more modern business superstar.

• If you think the "GOAT" has to be the winner with the most championships and the most cold-blooded ones, Jordan is undisputed.
• If you think the "GOAT" should include influence, versatility, career length, then James is in a position to discuss it.

But at the end of the day,The contrast itself is unfair- Jordan is a quarterback, James is a small forward, and the two are not the same type of player at all.

• Jordan is the "god" of basketball and represents the ultimate ideal of the sport.
• James is the "king" of basketball and represents the ultimate evolution of modern basketball.