The GOAT debate might be coming to an end
LA Lakers superstar LeBron James, is still playing as a top 5 player in the NBA after an incredible 19 seasons.
He averaged 30.3 points, 8.2 rebounds and 6.2 assists per game while shooting 52.4%. All this at 37 years old in his 19th season.He can become the NBA's all-time scorer this season and James could also extend his career for more seasons. If he does, where will that put him in the GOAT debate?
Analyst Rob Parker said James' sustained excellence combined with unprecedented longevity could "shift" the debate between LBJ and Michael Jordan.
His peak was obviously higher than LeBron, but if LeBron can play – I don't know what it would be – my gosh, 26 years, or what?" Parker said on 'The Odd Couple' podcast. "He's entering his 20(th season). So, 25 years at a high level and have at least as many championships, if not more, that's when the case really could shift his way.
Now, I don't think it'll happen. ... I don't think he's gonna win another championship. But if that were to happen, I think that'd be a strong argument.
LeBron James and Udonis Haslem can become the ninth and 10th players to reach at least 20 NBA seasons.
The record belong to legend
Vince Carter with 22 seasons.
Players with 21 seasons:
Dirk Nowitzki,
Kevin Garnett,
Kevin Willis and
Robert Parish.
Players with 20 seasons:
Kobe Bryant,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and
Jamal Crawford,
LeBron James ( if he plays this season).
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August 31 | 34 answers The GOAT debate might be coming to an end Will the GOAT debate end if LeBron plays for another 5 seasons at a high level? | ||
| Yes | 15 | 44.1 % |
| No | 19 | 55.9 % |
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