The vast majority of fans, media members, and players all agree that the discussion is between NBA legend Michael Jordan and current Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. More NBA news: Michael Jordan Accidentally Crashes Family Vacation Without Them Realizing James has challenged Jordan for the GOAT title in recent years,

LeBron James, at 40, continues to redefine longevity in the NBA, securing his 21st All-Star appearance and 21st All-NBA selection in the 2024-25 season. As the GOAT debate intensifies, we examine how his current resume compares to Michael Jordan's legendary career.

Michael Jordan greenlit The Last Dance right after LeBron James delivered Cleveland its first NBA title. Not a coincidence. In fact, Ramona Shelburne reported in 2020 that Jordan authorized the release of the footage he controlled on the exact same day as the Cavaliers’ championship parade.