Simple thread. It makes for interesting basketball conversation so why not. List your all time NBA starting five and give a brief explanation for each selection.
C - Hakeem Olajuwon
At a time when the NBA was rich with dominant centers, Olajuwon dominated all of them. He beat Ewing in the 94 finals. Dominated David Robinson in the 95 WCF and did whatever he pleased against Shaq in the sweep of the Magic in the 95 finals.
PF - Kevin Garnett
For myself, this is the hardest position to choose from. In my opinion, Garnett is the most well rounded player ever at his position. He is a true leader that brings his best effort every game for the entire game. Much like Olajuwon, Garnett is proficient in every category.
SF - Lebron James
I cant justify putting any player ahead of Lebron. He currently dominates everyone else at his position. He makes all of his teamates better. With Lebron, Cleveland is a top 5 team in the league. Without Lebron, I firmly believe Cleveland is one of the worst teams in the league. He has the unique combination of being a dominant scorer with excellent passing ability. Hes a true freak athlete.
SG - Michael Jordan
The best player ever. The best clutch performer ever. The best current player in the NBA (Kobe) mimics Jordans every move. Enough said.
PG - John Stockton
Stockton is the Definition of a point guard. He is a GREAT 2 way player. Hes the all time leader in steals as well as assists. Stockton makes all of his teammates better. If it wasnt for Michael Jordan, Stockton would have won at least 2 championships.
List your top 5 and lets all argue with eachother!
C - Hakeem Olajuwon
At a time when the NBA was rich with dominant centers, Olajuwon dominated all of them. He beat Ewing in the 94 finals. Dominated David Robinson in the 95 WCF and did whatever he pleased against Shaq in the sweep of the Magic in the 95 finals.
PF - Kevin Garnett
For myself, this is the hardest position to choose from. In my opinion, Garnett is the most well rounded player ever at his position. He is a true leader that brings his best effort every game for the entire game. Much like Olajuwon, Garnett is proficient in every category.
SF - Lebron James
I cant justify putting any player ahead of Lebron. He currently dominates everyone else at his position. He makes all of his teamates better. With Lebron, Cleveland is a top 5 team in the league. Without Lebron, I firmly believe Cleveland is one of the worst teams in the league. He has the unique combination of being a dominant scorer with excellent passing ability. Hes a true freak athlete.
SG - Michael Jordan
The best player ever. The best clutch performer ever. The best current player in the NBA (Kobe) mimics Jordans every move. Enough said.
PG - John Stockton
Stockton is the Definition of a point guard. He is a GREAT 2 way player. Hes the all time leader in steals as well as assists. Stockton makes all of his teammates better. If it wasnt for Michael Jordan, Stockton would have won at least 2 championships.
List your top 5 and lets all argue with eachother!