Michael Jordan is arguably the greatest player to ever lace them up, and if there's a close second or someone who might be better, it's only Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. The Chicago Bulls have faced some tough times since Jordan's departure, but they remain a proud organization, largely due to the legacy he established.

Arguing who's the NBA's GOAT - specifically, arguing Jordan vs. LeBron - is one of sports fans' greatest debates. Sporting News looks at the case for each, along with their place in NBA lore and culture.

LeBron James Uses Michael Jordan Example to Argue NBA Is ‘Best It’s Ever Been’ originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Over the past two decades, the NBA has seen a change in how superstar-level players contribute to their teams, and no one knows that better than Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James.