Who would win in a 1v1 LeBron or Kobe?

Yes. And although both players shoot about the same from the field (Bryant shoots 45.5 percent, James 47.5 percent), Bryant is the better 3-point shooter -- 34 percent to James' 32.9 percent. Slight advantage to Kobe. Note: In the Nike ad with the puppets, LeBron seems to get the best of Kobe.
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Who would win in a 1v1 LeBron or Jordan?

LeBron wins that easily too. So, in conclusion, Michael Jordan would probably beat LeBron in a game of one-on-one basketball, but lose to him in a game of one-on-one pretty much anything else. I'm sure they'll both be happy with these results and not get weird and competitive about it at all.
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Who would win Kobe or LeBron James?

Bryant had 26 50+ point games during his career, while James recorded 13, half of Kobe's numbers. Although LeBron can score a lot of points when he really focuses on scoring, it's not crazy to say that Kobe would've won this hypothetical duel.
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Who is the real goat of basketball?

Who is the GOAT in the NBA? The most common (and correct) answer to this question is former Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan. 'Air Jordan' won no fewer than six NBA championships during his time with the Chicago Bulls, claiming the Finals MVP award on all six occasions.
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Who is the greatest Laker ever?

Kobe Bryant is the greatest Laker of all time. The Mamba has won five championships in Los Angeles and accumulated some serious hardware along the ride. He was the league's Most Valuable Player in 2008, won NBA Finals MVP in 2009 and 2010, made 15 All-Star appearances and is the franchise's all-time leading scorer.
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Who would win Kobe or Jordan?

While we're giving Kobe the edge over Jordan on their head-to-head matchups, Jordan wins the conversation when it comes to career accolades. Bryant was a 5x NBA Champion while Jordan won 6 titles, including a 6-0 record in the Finals. Bryant, on the other hand, finished his career with a 5-2 record in the Finals.
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Who is LeBron James favorite basketball player?

LeBron James: Luka Dončić is 'my [favorite] player!! ' | FOX Sports.
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Is LeBron James a top 3 players of all time?

Earlier this week, LeBron James named his top three NBA players of all time, which included Michael Jordan, Larry Bird and Julius Erving.
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Is Michael Jordan the greatest basketball player of all time?

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is in the unique position of being extremely well-acquainted with both Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Kerr played and won championships alongside Jordan on the 1990s Chicago Bulls teams.
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Can LeBron go left?

James plays basketball right-handed but writes left-handed. Over the years he's gotten better going left, though at one time it was indeed considered one of the weaker parts of his game. According to Synergy Sports, when James went left on isolations this season he shot 56.3 percent (63-for-112) from the floor.
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Who wins Jordan or LeBron?

LeBron James' statistics indicate that he is a much better overall basketball player. While Jordan scored more overall, LeBron is a more efficient player, shooting better from two and three-point range. LeBron is also a much better passer and rebounder than Jordan ever was.
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Are Curry and LeBron friends?

Over the last couple of years, James made sure to draft the three-point king into his team and the two All-Stars gave fans truckloads of entertainment on the floor. After years of going at one another, it is great to see them back on good terms, as their respect turns into a close friendship.
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Who can stop Jordan?

Kobe Bryant is hands down Jordan's toughest competition one-on-one. Bryant mirrors Jordan's game. He has perfected his patented turn-around fade shot from the base line, has hangtime, a killer instinct and most importantly, he is cerebral. Bryant has an arsenal of offensive moves.
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Is LeBron better than Jordan?

Jordan is superior in the scoring department, but James grabs rebounds and dishes out assists at a higher rate. While both players are known for tenacious defense on the wing, Jordan finished first in the league in steals three times in his career. James has not yet claimed a steals title.
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Who is the best basketball player?

Top 10 NBA Players Ever
  • Larry Bird.
  • Earvin Johnson Jr. ...
  • Tim Duncan. ...
  • Bill Russell. Bill Russell currently has the most championships in NBA history with 11. ...
  • Hakeem Olajuwon. Hakeem "The Dream" Olajuwon is one of the greatest defensive players in NBA history. ...
  • Kobe Bryant. Kobe "The Black Mamba" Bryant defined the 2000s. ...
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Is LeBron the goat?

LeBron James Can Become The GOAT: He Surpassed Michael Jordan In Almost Every Category Except Championships, MVP Awards And Finals MVPs. LeBron James has had a spectacular individual season, despite what his team record states at the moment.
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Who is better Kobe LeBron or Jordan?

Bryant had a career average of 25 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game, while Jordan recorded 30.1 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game. James currently holds a record of 29 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game.
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Who is the most clutch player in NBA history?

Most Clutch NBA Players of All Time
  • Dolph Schayes, Forward-Center.
  • Rick Barry, Small Forward. ...
  • James Worthy, Power Forward. ...
  • Shaquille O'Neal, Center. ...
  • Stephen Curry, Point Guard. ...
  • John Havlicek, Small Forward-Shooting Guard. ...
  • Ray Allen, Shooting Guard. ...
  • Robert Horry, Forward. They call him "Big Shot Rob" for a reason. ...
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What did Michael Jordan say to LeBron?

Interestingly enough, Jordan had a special message for LeBron. Jordan said, “You can do it. You can do it. Good Luck.” Fans have speculated the message to be hinted at the tough season the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James are facing.
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What did Jordan say about LeBron?

Michael Jordan Has Studied LeBron James And Explains How He Would Stop Him: "If I Have To Guard Him, I'm Gonna Push Him Left 9 Out 10 Times. If He goes Right He's Going To The Hole And I Can't Stop Him. So, I Ain't Letting Him Go Right.”
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Who has the most 40 point games?

Wilt Chamberlain had the most games with 40+ points, with 271 games.
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