When it comes to the older generation, LeBron James is rarely going to win the debate as the greatest player in NBA history.

Jordan and Bryant are universally recognized as the two best shooting guards in NBA history. Jordan and Bryant combined to win 11 championships, eight Finals MVPs, six MVPs and 12 scoring titles.

Michael Jordan once proudly shared the qualities of Kobe Bryant that others should instill ... it’s not the first time that Black Mamba has made the comparison with the Bulls legend.

LA Lakers superstar forward LeBron James is broadly viewed as one of the NBA's most versatile players of all time.

Michael Jordan was not ready to let Kobe Bryant upstage him in a fascinating 1998 NBA All-Star Game. A 19-year-old Bryant in his second season in the NBA took on the GOAT that he grew up admiring.

NBAHistory: Michael Jordan & Kobe Bryant Mic'd Up Moment from 2003 All-Star Game. MJ and Kobe are mic'd up in these clips from the 2003 All-Star Game as they guard each other!

Zach Lowe "The Last Dance" offered a glimpse into the Michael Jordan-Kobe Bryant relationship, but the bond between the two basketball icons goes far deeper. Pau Gasol knew Kobe Bryant like few ...

The 2003 All-Star Game seemed destined for a storybook ending when Michael Jordan ... of the game to honor Jordan. However, Isiah Thomas said the competitive Kobe Bryant denied his idol the ...

Despite the long-time Boston-Los Angeles rivalry, Tatum is a lifelong fan of the Lakers, giving greats like LeBron James and the late Kobe Bryant ... Bulls legend Michael Jordan, and knows him ...

The Bulls won 70 regular-season games in 1996 and followed that up with 69 wins in 1997.The Kobe Bryant and Shaquille ... The core of Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and head coach Phil Jackson ...