In the NBA, debates about the ‘GOAT’ and all-time starting five are always heated. Fans fiercely defend their favorites and often criticize analysts and former players for not picking their top choices.
Former Lakers star Shaquille O’Neal is now in a similar situation after revealing his favorite all-time starting five, sparking outrage from LeBron James fans.
O’Neal has already stirred up controversy after recently criticizing Timberwolves’ center Rudy Gobert. Now, his selection for the all-time starting five has caused additional debate in the NBA world.
In an interview with Sport Bild, Shaquille O’Neal named Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Julius Erving, Karl Malone, and himself as his top five, but there is no LeBron James.
He said, “When I got to the NBA, Michael Jordan dominated. Then came Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. But for me, the greatest of all time is Michael Jordan.”
His statement has sparked a heated online debate, with fans expressing outrage that LeBron James was left off the list.
NBA fans clash over Shaquille O’Neal’s All-Time starting five
Shaquille O’Neal’s comment has caused a big debate online. Many fans on social media are upset because they think Shaq is being unfair to LeBron James by not including him.
@Bxnchero wrote, “Dr. J and Malone over Bron? man what is bro talking bout.”
@jbondwagon said, “Not having LeBron or Tim Duncan here is just Shaq being a hater 😭.”
@BronGotGame changed his mind about Shaq, stating, “Karl Malone and Julius Erving😭😭 I already never respected shaq’s ball knowledge but now I don’t wanna hear shit from him.”
