- NBA
Current:
LeBron James - To me, LeBron is the greatest basketball player ever. Also for reference, when I started watching NBA basketball it was around '05. LeBron's always been the GOAT & there's never been anyone in the modern NBA to come close to eclipsing that. I didn't get to see MJ ball out or live during that era but when I compare the two from the knowledge that's been given to me, I still would give it Bron because he gets everyone on his team involved more than Jordan did. Jordan was a better all-around scorer & probably defender on smaller guards, but overall I think LeBron gives you just a little less scoring for more rebounds & assists. Not to mention the ability to guard the 4 or even 5 depending on who it is.
Lance Stephenson - I'm a longtime pacers if you didn't already know. There wasn't much to be excited about being a Pace fan in 05. We used to get foxsports indiana so that's why I watched them play all the time. Danny Granger was my boy, as was JO. But when PG & the Pacers began to take over in the 2010's, Lance Stephenson always stuck out as that x-factor. At one time in his nba career I would've argued he was one of the best passers/playmakers on the floor. I'll never forget when he was snubbed out of an ASG for Joe Johnson. Lance was leading the NBA in triple doubles that season & felt he deserved that nod. #homer Even though my guy's in & out of the NBA anymore, he's still someone I rock with.
Kevin Porter Jr - I became curious of this guard when I first saw his rookie mixtape from the Cavs. I thought, whoa. This guy has all the tools to be the next best NBA shooting guard. Quickness & athleticism, check. Shooting & scoring ability, check. Is he a good teammate? Ehh that has yet to be determined. However when this guy fucks around & starts earning NBA accolades ie: playoff wins, allstar games; I can say I was there since early in his career.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - I'm a UK wildats fan & this is my current favorite Wildcat in the NBA. After him I'd probably go Hami Diallo (personal preference because I love dunkers). Anthony Davis, Devin Booker, Karl-Anthony Towns, etc. The list could go on. I prefer Shai. I think he's going to be a superstar someday.
Past:
Dwyane Wade - Had to be there. If you like LeBron you gotta like Wade.
Kobe Bryant - Just to get it on record. I spent Kobe's entire career for the most part as a hater. It wasn't because I thought he sucked or didn't deserve the recognition he got. Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Dwyane Wade. Those 3 to me are the top 3 greatest SG's of all time. Kobe was just always that guy you knew was going to make it. I love the highlights. He's incredible. I just wanted to see him lose during his prime but guess what. He also shut me up along the way.
Rip KB24.
OJ Mayo - One of my favorite scorers of all time.
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MMA
Current:
Islam Makachev - This is my guy right now in the UFC. When I started getting into the sport, I wasn't a big submissions guy. I'm a fan of the knockout just like everybody else, but this guy is ready to snap a mf's shit at any moment. Love seeing this guy get to to work on the ground. Can't wait till he's champ.
Jon Jones - I distance myself from this guy on a personal level. I don't agree with his decision making. But daaaaaaaaaamn is he fun to watch in the UFC
Him & DC trashtalk is GOAT