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Originally Posted by tarek |
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Lebron will round out an era of potentially great players with the likes of Durant, Love, Westbrook, Paul, Curry, etc
However, like Rocky mentioned earlier, I don't believe Lebron will hold the reverence he believes should be afforded to him, but it won't be because of his accomplishments. All great players are marred with crossroads that define their careers, these crossroads ingrain long term memories for those who remember the game and history before it.
Lebron will have accomplishments, he will also have a history. I can't predict what will come about with him in the future, but to me there are some red flags every time I consider Lebron. The decision is primary. The consistent playoff meltdowns are another. The arrogance. And my own personal belief that in an era of PEDs, the trajectory of Lebron James' physique and longevity make me seriously question his abilities.
Barry Bonds was an all time great, and everyone marvelled at his complete dominance and power. It is the same dominance through power that defines Lebron. And when I watch elite players such as Rose, Westbrook, Paul and others all succumb to significant injuries, it makes me question how one man can be built and withstand such events considering the physical way in which they play.
For me personally, Lebron will never be one of the greats. He never inspired me. He never made me believe in the grandeur and splendor of sports. He'll have another 5-10 years to shape that, and we'll see what happens.
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Great opinion. Don't agree with the PED part but I'm sure they'll be an investigation sooner of later so we will see.
As far as arrogance and attitude..can't really blame LeBron. When ESPN is at your door at 14 years old you don't really get the chance to mature and learn to be "humble" or whatever everyone likes. I personally don't have a problem with people who know they're good and will tell you. I never have understood people's complaints about LeBron's attitude.
And I really think the question was poorly worded. Mount Rushmore doesn't have the four greatest presidents 1,2,3,4. It has presidents who made an impact, not just are the "best" so I'm saying LeBron will be the number 1 or 2 best player when it's all said and done, but he won't have the "impact" like others have had, and that's not a bad thing. LeBron had an impact on me I know, inspired me and made me love the game even more, but to each their own.
As far as what Mount Rushmore really is about, impact, I'd say it'd be Russell, Wilt, Dr. J, and MJ.