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Jordan vs. LeBron: Phelps Declares MJ the GOAT

1/11/2026

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The 2025-26 NBA season reignited the debate over the league's greatest player, centering on NBA great Michael Jordan and NBA star LeBron James.
Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps endorsed Michael Jordan as the clear leader, citing inspiration from Jordan's game and noting that Jordan was his childhood idol.
The NBA released its 75th Anniversary Team with no ranking of the included players.

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The 2025-26 NBA season reignited the debate over the league's greatest player, centering on NBA great Michael Jordan and NBA star LeBron James.
Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps endorsed Michael Jordan as the clear leader, citing inspiration from Jordan's game and noting that Jordan was his childhood idol.
The NBA released its 75th Anniversary Team with no ranking of the included players.