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Cυtting-edge display: Cardi leaves little to the iмagination on Friday in an avant-garde sheer dress as she υndergoes retail therapy with hυsband Offset at the Loυis Vυitton store in Beverly Hills

The 28-year-old sizzled in a sheer red long-sleeved bodycon dress, with a print that contoυred her cυrves.

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Service body: The 28-year-old sizzled in a sheer red long-sleeved bodycon dress, with a print that contoυred her cυrves

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She walked hand-in-hand with Offset, 29, who wore a retro chic white collar shirt with brown skinny pants.

The Migos мeмber finished the look with diaмond hoop earrings, gold bling on his cυffs and white Nike sneakers, while staying safe in an off-white мask.

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She posted another snapshot to her Instagraм Story, displaying her $ 500,000 eight-karat diaмond engageмent ring and deadly мetallic gold мanicυre, while searching for Offset’s hand.

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Got to catch ’eм all: Cardi then took to Instagraм with a pic of their casυal looks, referencing Dragon Ball Z in the caption: “ Majin Bυυ &aмp; Gokυ’ ‘

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Singing мoмent: The Hυstlers actress also took part in the Jazмine Sυllivan and Ari Lennox On it collaboration, posting a clip of her lip-syncing on the track

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To mark the 30th anniversary of the Chicago Bulls’ victory to clinch the 1993 NBA Finals and the team’s first three-peat, CHM editor and content manager Heidi Samuelson recounts the path the Bulls took to accomplish this historic feat. 

Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen celebrate winning their third consecutive championship against the Phoenix Suns at American West Arena in Phoenix, June 20, 1993. ST-20000053-0002, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

On June 20, 1993, Chicago Bulls’ point guard John Paxson clinched the team’s third championship in a row with a game-winning three-pointer in Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Phoenix Suns. It was the first time since the Boston Celtics won eight titles in a row from 1959 to 1966 that an NBA team won three championships in consecutive years.

The Chicago Bulls joined the NBA in 1966 when the league expanded from nine teams to ten. Although they started to see some success in the early 1970s, including four 50-win seasons and reaching the conference finals in 1975, it wasn’t until the late 1980s that the team began to reach new heights.

Chicago Bulls coach Doug Collins puts his hands to his face as the Bulls beat the New York Knicks at Chicago Stadium to advance to the Eastern Conference finals, Chicago, May 19, 1989. ST-17500477-E1, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

They had solid players in their starting guard positions with John Paxson and emerging superstar Michael Jordan, who they drafted in 1984. Then, in the 1987 NBA draft, the Bulls acquired forwards Scottie Pippen of the University of Central Arkansas and Horace Grant of Clemson University. The following year, they traded for veteran center Bill Cartwright. The final piece of the puzzle was coach Phil Jackson. Together, Jackson and this starting lineup, along with sometimes-starter B. J. Armstrong, and a bench that included Craig Hodges, Stacey King, Will Perdue, and Scott Williams, won three championships in a row from 1991 to 1993.

Benny the Bull during Game 2 of the 1991 NBA Finals at Chicago Stadium, Chicago, June 5, 1991. ST-50004141-0086, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

In 1991, the Bulls won 61 games, then a franchise record. In the playoffs, they bested their Eastern Conference rivals the Detroit Pistons in the conference finals 4‒0 to face the Los Angeles Lakers for the championship. The Lakers were led by three-time league MVP Magic Johnson, but the Bulls had home court advantage. They won in a decisive 4‒1 series. Jordan was named the Finals MVP, averaging 31.2 points on 55.8% shooting and 11.4 assists.

Horace Grant goes up against Lakers’ Vlade Divac during Game 2 of the NBA Finals at Chicago Stadium, Chicago, June 5, 1991. ST-50004141-0023, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

The Bulls continued their dominance the next year, finishing the regular season with a 67–15 record. Their first real test in the playoffs came in the Eastern Conference semifinals against the New York Knicks, who took the series to seven games. The Bulls were victorious over the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals, and then faced the Portland Trailblazers, led by future Hall of Famer Clyde Drexler, for the championship. On June 14, the Bulls won in Game 6 to a home audience at Chicago Stadium.

Michael Jordan holds the Bulls’ second NBA Championship trophy at Chicago Stadium, June 14, 1992. ST-17500544-E1, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

That year the Chicago Blackhawks were in the NHL Finals, also being played at Chicago Stadium and potentially causing a schedule conflict. But it was not meant to be, as the Blackhawks lost the series 4–0 on June 1.

B. J. Armstrong guards the Suns’ Kevin Johnson during NBA Finals Game 2 in Phoenix. Scottie Pippen and Charles Barkley appear in the background, June 11, 1998. ST-10000029_0012, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

Coming off Jordan and Pippen playing for the 1992 Olympic Dream Team that summer, the Bulls had a solid 57–25 season, good enough for second place in the Eastern Conference. The Bulls swept their opponents in the first two rounds of the 1993 playoffs, facing the no. 1 seeded Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals. After a victorious 4–2 series, they faced the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Finals.

Newborns wearing red hats in a hospital nursery decorated in support of Chicago Bulls in the 1993 NBA Finals, Chicago, June 16, 1993. ST-30002508-0032, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

The Suns were led by all-star point guard Kevin Johnson and future Hall of Famer and fellow Dream Team member Charles Barkley, who the Suns traded for in the 1992 offseason. The Bulls won the first two games on the road and then traded victories with Suns up to Game 6. Jordan averaged a record 41.0 points during the Finals and won the Finals MVP for the third straight year.

Chicago Bulls fans parade the streets of Chicago in response to the sixth NBA championship game against the Phoenix Suns, near Chicago Stadium, 1901 West Madison St., June 20, 1993. ST-19041163-0099, Chicago Sun-Times collection, CHM

Michael Jordan is recognized as the greatest player of all time, capturing 6 NBA titles and kickstarting one of the greatest dynasties of all time. In many ways, Jordan changed the game and brought an influx of fans from all over the globe who wanted to see His Airness glide and fly all over the court. His dominance as a two-way shooting guard was unprecedented, and until today, we haven’t seen a player compete with him in that sense. Of course, his accolades are truly spectacular on an individual and team level. But there might be a man who can possibly challenge him when it comes to career accomplishments, and his name is LeBron James.After 20 seasons of outstanding play in the NBA, LeBron James is considered the best small forward of all time. No small forward outside of Larry Bird can come close to what King James has achieved in his Hall of Fame career, and he also served as the cornerstone of three different championship-winning teams that won a total of 4 NBA titles. In terms of consistency, scoring ability, and all-around supremacy, LeBron is a one-of-a-kind player. Not to mention, James has been competing in the NBA for 20 years and has not really slowed down much. But which star player had a more successful career?

Both Jordan and James have amazing careers and should be honored as two of the greatest players of all time. Their achievements are extraordinary, and their longevity is something that is hard to compare to. To try to distinguish between the two legends, it is time to compare the careers of both players by their most important achievements and statistical categories. The end result might be surprising because both stars are held in the highest regard.

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Championships

Michael Jordan: 6 (1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998)

LeBron James: 4 (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)

Michael Jordan won 6 NBA titles through two different 3-peats with the Chicago Bulls. That is enough to end the comparison there because capturing 6 titles as the best player on the team is rare and very hard to achieve. Jordan was lucky to play under Phil Jackson and also with other all-time great players, including Scottie Pippen, but the shooting guard was the undisputed main reason why the Bulls were so dominant. Defeating the likes of the Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz, and Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA Finals, Jordan’s greatest argument for being the GOAT is the number of his championship rings.

Meanwhile, LeBron dominated the court with the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Los Angeles Lakers en route to 4 championships with three different teams. James was the best player on each of those teams and earned every Finals MVP trophy as well. His success against the 73-9 Golden State Warriors in 2016 was iconic and might be one of the greatest achievements by any NBA player ever. But in terms of total championships, James is stuck on 4, and it does not seem like he will be adding any more before his career is up if he does remain with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Winning rings is the single most important part of a superstar’s career, and Jordan has the edge over LeBron James. Michael has played with some all-time great players, such as Scottie Pippen and Dennis Rodman but he was always the franchise player on the court. Similarly, James played with some elite talent, including Dwyane Wade, Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Chris Bosh, although he was the undisputed best player on all championship teams. But overall, in the raw number of championships won, Jordan has the edge.

Advantage: Michael Jordan

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Finals MVP Awards

Michael Jordan: 6 (1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998)

LeBron James: 4 (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)

Every time the Chicago Bulls played a game, Michael Jordan stole the show. The superstar shooting guard was the best player on each of the championship Bulls teams that took down the opposition during the two separate three-peats. His greatest performance in the Finals came in 1993 against Charles Barkley and the Phoenix Suns when Michael averaged 41.0 PPG, 8.5 RPG, and 6.3 APG to take down the MVP of the league. Jordan was spectacular all series long, shooting 50% from the floor. All of Jordan’s performances in the Finals were extraordinary, but that one stands out the most. With 6 Finals MVP Awards, he is the all-time leader in NBA history.

LeBron James has 4 Finals MVPs and 4 NBA titles, meaning he was the best player for each of his NBA rings. LeBron was the best player in the world for his championships with the Heat, Cavs, and Lakers, and there was never even a debate. Some might argue that Kyrie Irving was the Finals MVP in 2016 because of his clutch game-winner over Stephen Curry, but not being the team’s closer does not mean James was not the best player on the team. LeBron did well to place himself in positions to succeed with three different teams and deserved all his Finals MVP trophies. But again, Jordan has a massive edge.

Advantage: Michael Jordan

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MVP Awards

Michael Jordan: 5 (1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998)

LeBron James: 4 (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013)

People still argue to this day that Michael Jordan deserved more than 5 MVP awards, but that is still a hefty haul of achievements. The greatest guard to have ever lived, Jordan was a beast on both ends of the floor and deserved all his MVP accolades. Being the greatest scorer in the NBA and winning 10 scoring titles certainly helped his MVP votes every year because no player could effortlessly get buckets like MJ. His rise to become the NBA champion in 1991 also gave him more boost to win the MVP trophy. At his retirement, Jordan finished his career with 5 MVP awards, and he probably should have had more.

LeBron James was unlucky not to have more because he suffered from being too good in the regular season for modern voters. It would have been perceived as a bias to give LeBron the MVP every year, so the likes of Kevin Durant and Derrick Rose might have stolen some MVP Awards from LeBron. But winning 4 MVP awards does signify that The King was the best player of his generation and certainly the greatest player of the 2010s decade.

Ultimately, there is a separation between the two superstars because Michael managed an extra MVP award over the all-time great small forward. Both superstar players are recognized as the franchise players for their teams in their respective periods and also the best players at their position almost every season of their absolute prime, but Michael has the edge in this category.

Advantage: Michael Jordan

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All-NBA Teams

Michael Jordan: 11 (10 First Team, 1 Second Team)

LeBron James: 18 (13 First Team, 3 Second Team, 2 Third Team)

Michael Jordan has been named to 11 All-NBA Teams, including 10 First Teams. That means in a 15-year career (which includes two seasons where he played under 20 games), he missed out on 4 All-NBA appearances. Considering two of them do not count due to injury and retirement, Jordan missed out on the All-NBA Team only twice. Had Michael not retired and stayed in the league over those 5 seasons, he might have had 16 All-NBA Team appearances. But Michael currently does not have an advantage over The King, especially when looking at purely First Team selections.

LeBron James has made 18 All-NBA Teams, with 13 First Team appearances. Of course, those are incredible achievements, and we might not see a player with this type of consistency as a player again. Even as James has aged, he is still capable of impacting the game by controlling the pace of the offense and using his leadership to dictate results. As things stand, LeBron James is the longevity king and has his first advantage over the great Michael Jordan.

Advantage: LeBron James

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All-Star Selections

Michael Jordan: 14

LeBron James: 18

Michael Jordan had a total of 14 All-Star appearances as he only missed the All-Star Team in 1995 when he came back at the end of the season from retirement to only play 17 games. Jordan’s two retirement stints limited the number of All-Star Teams he might have participated in, but the reality remains that he has fewer All-Star appearances than LeBron James. Making 14 All-Star Teams is no small feat, and he would have had at least 19 All-Star Teams if he had never retired from the game. Regardless, Michael can’t have the argument for being a longevity maestro like LeBron can.

Meanwhile, LeBron James has a total of 18 All-Star appearances. That is an incredible achievement for a small forward who lives in the lane because the majority of players struggle to stay healthy and play at a star level for that long and often break down, as they take a ton of damage to their lower body. But James is one of the most intelligent players ever, and he has been able to impact the game for a very long time. Nobody knows LeBron’s secrets for keeping healthy for this long, but it has to be a mix of inhuman genetics and dedication to keeping his body intact and ready to go. LeBron once again has an edge over Michael Jordan.

Advantage: LeBron James

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All-Defensive NBA Teams

Michael Jordan: 9 (9 First Team)

LeBron James: 6 (5 First Team, 1 Second Team)

Anyone who watched Michael Jordan play since he entered the league would tell you that the Bulls superstar is one of the greatest defensive players of all time. The 6’6″ shooting guard was tasked with defending the opposing team’s best players on countless occasions, especially when he was younger, because his physical and mental skills were off the charts. Many remember Michael for being the greatest scorer ever, but his defense still does not get enough credit because he was one of the few guards to ever win the Defensive Player of the Year award in 1988 by averaging 3.2 SPG and 1.6 BPG.

LeBron James should have made more All-Defensive Teams over his career because he has the physical tools to be the best defender of all time. LeBron was an incredible defender early on in his career and especially with the Miami Heat, but he started giving up on defense as he aged and simply lacked the determination to be a lockdown defender every night. Some might argue that Marc Gasol did steal LeBron James’ Defensive Player of the Year trophy in 2013, but The King still will never have that accolade to his name. Overall, Jordan was a better defender than LeBron, and there is no doubt about that.

Advantage: Michael Jordan

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Total Win Shares

Michael Jordan: 214.0

LeBron James: 250.5

Win Shares is a statistic that tries to allocate a team’s wins for each player on the roster. For example, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar owns the single-season record for Win Shares with 25.4 during 1971-72 on a Milwaukee Bucks team that won 63 games. In terms of contributing to a winning side and helping his side to win games consistently, it is obvious LeBron James has a better win shares rating than Michael Jordan.

Michael Jordan has a win shares rating of 214.0, a solid figure but clearly much less than LeBron James’s. The shooting guard, for some reason, was not as important to his team with regards to win shares when compared to The King. The shooting guard was obviously a player that impacts winning, but this particular statistic does not reflect that when comparing the Bulls star to King James. Michael’s win shares figure ranks 5th all-time behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, LeBron James, Wilt Chamberlain, and Karl Malone.

LeBron James has an extraordinary win shares rating of 250.5, an incredible figure that is clearly above Michael Jordan’s. James is one of the most impactful players of all time and has been on multiple winning teams throughout history, mainly because the small forward does everything so well on the court. The King’s win shares rating actually ranks second all-time behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who has the best win shares rating in NBA history. Amazingly, LeBron has a higher win shares rating than Michael Jordan.

Advantage: LeBron James

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Career Player Efficiency Rating

Michael Jordan: 27.9

LeBron James: 27.3

Player Efficiency Rating, better known as PER, is a statistic created by John Hollinger that’s goal is to give each NBA player a comprehensive rating. Hollinger’s PER metric is unique because it combines a player’s positive and negative contributions on the court.

With a PER of 27.9, Michael Jordan is the best player of all time, according to the statistic. Jordan has winning potential because of his incredible offensive skill set, and he managed to have shooting splits of 49.7% FG, 32.7% 3-PT FG, and 83.5% FT while averaging 30.1 PPG over his career. On any level, that is absolutely elite, and Jordan was always looking for new ways to enhance his game. Jordan’s PER is quite significant when looking at his ability to make perimeter shots at a very high field goal percentage. Amazingly, to close the debate between the two players, Jordan’s PER rating is first all-time, and LeBron’s is second all-time.

LeBron James ranks 2nd all-time with a PER of 27.3. James has a positive influence on winning due to his incredible all-around skill set. A pass-first player with a superstar ability to score at the basket, James has career averages of 27.1 PPG, 7.5 RPG, and 7.3 APG on 50.4% FG, 34.6% 3-PT FG, and 73.4% FT. Very few players in NBA history can provide the triple-double skills that LeBron has shown year after year, but he still finishes second all-time behind the GOAT, Michael Jordan.

Advantage: Michael Jordan

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Final Score

Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James 5-3

In the end, to close the GOAT debate once and for all, Michael Jordan has the edge over LeBron James. Jordan won more NBA titles, more Finals MVPs, more MVPs, and was a better defender with more All-Defensive Teams and a Defensive Player of the Year trophy. Michael’s 10 scoring titles were not even taken into consideration either, but that is yet more proof that Jordan was one-of-a-kind. James has the edge in longevity accolades, including All-Star and All-NBA appearances, although his edge in the win shares is very interesting. But at 5-3, there is no doubt who the better player is.

Both LeBron James and Michael Jordan are very close in their statistics, and also each has Hall of Fame accolades that place them on the Mt. Rushmore of NBA athletes. LeBron has longevity on his side along with a near-perfect all-around game, while MJ has the victories and scoring prowess to his name. Considering the regular season stats, playoff stats, and accolades achieved, it is a safer bet to place Michael Jordan firmly atop the NBA as the best ever.

A 6-0 Finals record with 6 rings beats out a 4-6 Finals record with 4 rings, and MJ seems to be a better player in the playoffs considering his low turnover rate and extremely efficient scoring. If LeBron James manages to win another ring next year, this conversation might start up again, and then it will be time to revisit the comparison. But for now, MJ is in the driver’s seat in the GOAT talk.

Every single NBA Draft brings out a player who is always compared to Michael Jordan, he is the golden standard of what the most well-rounded player should be. Throughout history, Jordan has only acknowledged Kobe Bryant as a player who has many similarities with him. That changed today as there is a new young talent who has been getting those comparisons with MJ in recent months. We are talking about Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards. Back in February, Celtics legend Kevin Garnet had already compared this Ant with a 1984 Michael Jordan. When journalist Rachel Nichols asked Edwards about this, he was all in with the comparison.

Michael Jordan acknowledges comparisons with rising star Anthony Edwards

Michael Jordan acknowledges Anthony Edwards

But a recent development will definitely put a smile on Edwards‘ face, it comes directly from the source according to Fox Sports. Analyst Chris Broussard has direct contact with Michael Jordan, they are good friends. Amid the recent comparisons and reactions from Anthony Edwards himself, Broussard couldn’t help himself. And he did get a response from Jordan to confirm what’s been said, he sees similarities as everybody else does. Broussard said this on ‘First Things First’: “I reached out to the GOAT today, Michael Jordan. And Jordan said there are similarities in their games. He agreed. So, if Jordan says there are similarities, there are similarities.”

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But just how similar is Anthony Edwards to MJ? They both share similar dunking skills, Edwards does have better jumping than Jordan. Finishing around the rim is almost spot on. The only difference is that Michael Jordan was a mid-range savant who could produce some moves we’ve only seen Kobe Bryant replicate after him. Perhaps Edwards is still trying to find the better version of himself but this is definitely the best possible start. As soon as he starts winning champinships with the Wolves, comparisons will only intensify. But what do you think about this comparison between Anthony Edwards and Michael Jordan?

Michael Jordan, 60, and his wife Yvette Prieto, 44, looked relaxed and happy during a St. Tropez vacation this week. The retired NBA star and model were photographed aboard a yacht as they got close and took in the beautiful views of the water and surroundings, and flashed smiles. Michael was also later seen spending time at Bagatelle Beach with other people in his entourage.

Michael and Yvette enjoying a drink on the yacht. (EOUS / SplashNews.com)
During the outing, Michael wore a black T-shirt and black and white patterned shorts. He also changed into white shorts before going to the beach. Yvette wore a long-sleeved white outfit with black patterns and sunglasses, and had her long hair down. The couple seemed to enjoy cups of coffee during their time on the yacht, and Michael was also seen with a cigar at one point.
Another photo of Michael and Yvette aboard the yacht. (EOUS / SplashNews.com)

Michael and Yvette’s latest outing comes just one week after they were photographed aboard a yacht in Sardinia. They also looked relaxed during that outing and were seen hanging out with their nine-year-old twin daughters, Victoria and Ysabel. They seemed to be having some food and wore summer-friendly outfits, including a gray T-shirt, blue and white shorts, and a white bucket hat for Michael, a light blue tank top and matching leggings for Yvette, and purple and white patterned tops for the girls.

The family’s summer vacation was also already on route earlier this month on the Lipari Islands. Both Michael and Yvette were photographed chatting in a bar area of the Italy location. He was sitting on a stone wall and she was standing in front of him with a ponytail in her hair. He was enjoying a cigar, just like he did in the most recent outing, and had his bucket hat on to help stay cool from the sun’s rays.

When Michael’s not getting attention for his family vacations, he’s doing so for his take on his son Marcus Jordan‘s relationship with Scottie Pippen’s ex Larsa Pippen. Earlier this month, a TMZ reporter asked the 32-year-old’s father if he “approves” of the romance, and he chuckled before he simply replied, “No.” It’s unclear how serious he was being, but it certainly put him in the spotlight.

Michael Jordan, the basketball legend, has opened up about the mixed feelings he harbors regarding the strain in his friendship with former teammate Scottie Pippen, stemming from what Jordan describes as “messy” family drama. The revelation sheds light on the complexities of personal relationships amidst the backdrop of high-profile careers and personal challenges.

In his candid reflection, Jordan acknowledges the deep bond he shared with Pippen during their time together on the court, highlighting the camaraderie and mutual respect that defined their partnership. However, Jordan also alludes to tensions that arose due to off-court issues, particularly those involving Pippen’s family matters.

The basketball icon’s remarks offer a glimpse into the emotional toll of navigating interpersonal dynamics within the context of fame and success. Despite the professional achievements and accolades they shared, Jordan admits to grappling with conflicting emotions as their friendship faces strains and challenges.

The revelation of Jordan’s mixed feelings underscores the human side of sports icons, reminding fans and admirers that even the greatest athletes are not immune to the complexities of personal relationships and life’s trials and tribulations.

As Jordan continues to navigate the complexities of his friendship with Pippen, his candid reflection serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of communication, empathy, and understanding in sustaining meaningful connections amidst life’s ups and downs.

LeBron James has gained the upper hand in the ongoing debate over the title of the Greatest of All Time (GOAT), edging ahead of basketball icon Michael Jordan in several aspects. However, despite James’ dominance in various areas, Jordan maintains an undefeated status in one critical aspect that cements his legacy.

James’ unparalleled achievements on the basketball court have propelled him to the forefront of the GOAT conversation, with his statistical prowess, versatility, and longevity garnering widespread acclaim. His impact on the game and his ability to transcend generations have solidified his status as one of the greatest players in basketball history.

Yet, amidst James’ impressive resume, Jordan remains undefeated in terms of his unmatchable competitiveness and killer instinct. Jordan’s unparalleled drive to win, his unrivaled work ethic, and his ability to perform under pressure set him apart as a true champion in every sense of the word.

While James may excel in various statistical categories and accumulate numerous accolades, Jordan’s unyielding determination and relentless pursuit of greatness remain unmatched. His legendary competitive spirit and his uncanny ability to deliver in clutch moments define him as a player who thrives under the most intense pressure.

As the debate over the GOAT title continues to unfold, fans and analysts acknowledge James’ remarkable achievements while recognizing Jordan’s unparalleled competitive edge. While James may hold the lead in certain aspects of the debate, Jordan’s undefeated status in terms of his competitive drive ensures that his legacy will endure as one of the greatest athletes of all time.

Barcelona star Neymar and basketball legend Michael Jordan have teamed up to create a stylish football boot as part of a unique Nike/Jordan collaboration.

The Brazilian forward becomes the first footballer to feature Jordan’s iconic ‘Jumpman’ logo on his boots.

Jordan’s legendary No 23 is prominent on the back of the boot along with No 10 – the number Neymar wears when representing his country.

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Neymar (left) and NBA legend Michael Jordan (right) have teamed up to create a new Nike football boot

The customised boot has Jordan’s legendary No 23 and Neymar’s No 10 on the football boot

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Jordan’s ‘Jumpman’ logo and iconic No 23 have been added onto Neymar’s new Hypervenom boot

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Jordan’s iconic No 23 (left) features on the football boot along with Neymar’s No 10 (right)

The duo apparently decided to work together to create a new boot due to the mutual respect they share thanks to their sporting achievements in basketball and football respectively.

Nike football design director Nathan VanHook said of the boot: ‘The Jordan V is very iconic and has the fighter jet shark teeth on the front.’

Jordan’s brand will release a Neymar edition of the Jordan V Low with the Barcelona man’s name stitched inside the tongue in another sign of the respect between the duo.Neymar has put his own stamp on the tongue-less Hypervenom by ensuring the initials of his son – DL (David Lucca) – and the Brazil flag are placed on the boot.Jordan said of his new partnership with Neymar: ‘I’m excited that Neymar and the Jordan Brand are working together.

‘I’m a fan of his creativity, style and passion for the game of soccer. He’s a special player and I look forward to this collaboration.’

And Neymar added: ‘Michael Jordan set the standard for greatness. He’s an incredible competitor and a champion. I’ve always admired him, so to collaborate with him and have his icon on my boots means a great deal to me.’

Neymar, who is currently on holiday in America, will wear his new customised boot at this summer’s Olympic Games in Rio.

He will sit out the Copa America in the States to focus on representing his country at the Olympics on his home soil.

The boot, which is priced at £132 ($190), is available to buy on Nike.com from June 3.

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Jordan’s brand will release a Neymar edition of the Jordan V Low with the Barcelona man’s name stitched on

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The Nike/Jordan collaboration football boot will be available to purchase on Nike.com for £132

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Both their iconic numbers and the ‘Jumpman’ logo display their partnership for the new Nike boot

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Neymar has ensured the initials of his son – DL (David Lucca) – and the Brazil flag are placed on the boot

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Barcelona star Neymar (centre left) hosts an event in New York City promoting his new football boot

I know you’re probably thinking, this could be 10 dunks by His Airness, Michael Jordan, but that would be too simple.  I decided I would give some of the past and present Bulls some real estate in this top 10.

I started off just going from memory and I came up with quite a few, but as I scoured YouTube there were some I’d forgotten about and a few I had never seen.  Some of the dunks that didn’t make the cut were Derrick Rose’s alley-oop jam this year against the Detroit Pistons.

It was an awesome one-handed finish, that really showed Rose’s explosive hops but in the end it was a regular season game, it wasn’t in any-ones grill so, I left it out.

Filed under the “I had forgotten about this one” tab was a Scottie Pippen flush on Charles Barkley from his 76ers days that was downright nasty.  What almost got this one included was Barkley’s reaction afterward.  He was clearly embarrassed.

The day for Sir Charles would get worse as he was posterized by MJ and Horace Grant in the same game.  Since there were two notable slams in this game, I left them out.

With so much bulb flashing history, I’m sure to miss one of your favorites, feel free to point the ones you love out and even link the YouTube vid, if you can find it.  Here is my top 10.

10. MJ Slams on Former Teammate Orlando Woolridge

This was a vicious slam on a former teammate, Michael Jordan took over Chicago when he arrived. Woolridge was the man in Chicago for about half of season with Quintin Dailey in the 1983-84 season.

Woolridge is one of the Bulls most underrated players in history.  He teamed with Michael for two seasons before being shipped off to New Jersey for the 1986-87 season.

The look on Woolridge’s face as he staggers away almost says “Damn, he got me, I might have to hear about this one.”

9. Michael Jordan Finds Orlando Woolridge for the Facial on Alton Lister

Last slide was MJ victimizing Woolridge, this time  he feeds him as O hangs and readjusts in the air to deposit a two-hand flush in the face of Alton Lister.  Lister may be in more posters than any other player in history.

8. Derrick Rose on the Break in Phoenix, Poor Mr. Dragic

The dunking coronation for Chicago’s favorite son came on the road against the Phoenix Suns.  The follow through, the height, the reaction afterward was just priceless.

Goran Dragic take a picture…you are in a poster.

7. Michael Screams on Alonzo Mourning

This was great for three reasons.  First, it’s on a notoriously great shot-blocker.  Secondly, this guy (Mourning) played with attitude and pride.  Last, it is one of the rare times you see Mike taunt someone.

What is even cooler, NBA2K11has this same animation when you play with MJ with the classic Bulls teams.

6. Scottie Pippen Enlightens Charles Smith

This is an underrated slam, Scottie went in fearless, knew he’d get hammered but still flushed it clean on Charles Smith.  As you may remember, the Bulls made a habit out of embarrassing Smith.

You may recall the block party on him in the Eastern Conference Playoffs in 1993.  Put this one right behind that glorious Bulls memory.

5. Michael Cradle Slam at the Mecca

Still to this day, one of the greatest break away slams I’ve ever seen.  Imagine being the guy trailing the play and you see where he takes off from and the floating in the air.

Over 20 years later it’s amazing how spectacular some of MJ’s highlights still are.  This is vintage young Mike.

4. Derrick Rose over and by Joel Anthony

The Bulls lost this game and Rose struggled as he did in just about every game of the series, but this was like the one really good shot you got in on the bully that pummeled you.  The height, strength and hang time Rose displays on this flush is crazy.

If the dunk meant more, it probably would’ve been higher on the list.

3. Taj Gibson Minimizes Dwyane Wade

This dunk was on YouTube almost as soon as Dwyane Wade back pedaled out of bounds.  Has a more vicious and memorable slam ever been put by a role player on a superstar?

I’m not sure, but I know that if Taj Gibson never scores another bucket, he will have a place in the annals of legendary postseason dunk history.

2. Scottie Pippen, Patrick Ewing…Enough Said

Boy, it was hard not making this No. 1.  The fact that the Bulls lost this series and that was Pete Myers delivering the pass to Pippen and not MJ diminishes it for a bit for me.

Still, there is no doubt, there has never been a more vicious, swag level 1,000 slam delivered in a game situation.  If ever there was a dunk that the taunting technical that followed was well worth it, this was it.

1. Michael Jordans Most Legendary Slam vs the Knicks

It’s only right to close it out with The G.O.A.T, and possibly his most classic slam.  The baseline move is as spectacular as the actual dunk.

The fact that it took place in the Garden, against the Knicks, in the playoffs, in a winning effort on Ewing, makes it the best dunk in Bulls history.