Originally Posted by
3ball
Just like it did for the Bulls in 1992 vs. the super-stacked Portland team that had WAAAAAY more talent than his Bulls - accordingly, MJ averaged 36/6/7 to compensate (despite going up against the best player at his position, Drexler).
Ditto in 1993 versus the Suns (41/9/6 averages).
So if Lebron is on MJ's level, why is everyone assuming he won't put up these kinds of numbers?
Why are they making up an excuse for him by saying his team has less talent?.. If he's on MJ's level, it's not supposed to matter.. If he's the GOAT, it doesn't matter.
And see, THAT'S how we know he's not the GOAT or anywhere near: no one ever lowered expectations for the GOAT.. But for Lebron, it's routine and standard.