Jordan vs. Kobe: A Difference in Eras

I’m not saying that Kobe would not have done well in Jordan’s era, but it’s impossible to discredit what Jordan was able to do during his career.

Conclusion

Like I said before, there is no legitimate answer until Kobe Bryant retires from the NBA, which may be another decade from now. Kobe could easily end up with more championships and points than Jordan.

If Bryant retired today, however, then Jordan is clearly the better player.

Don’t mistake my statement for saying Jordan is more talented than Kobe, because it is entirely different than saying Jordan is better than Kobe.

I believe Kobe Bryant is a more talented offensive player than Michael Jordan. Looking at both players’ game film, Kobe is a better ball handler and plays much more comfortably on the perimeter than Jordan.

Kobe also has better shooting range and a wider variety of moves compared to Jordan, who prefers to use mid-range game and post game.

But Michael Jordan has undoubtedly been the better leader, and therefore the better player. Throughout his career, Jordan has always been patient and mature, and was eventually rewarded with six NBA titles in eight years.

“There are plenty of teams in every sport that have great players and never win titles. Most of the time, those players aren't willing to sacrifice for the greater good of the team. The funny thing is, in the end, their unwillingness to sacrifice only makes individual goals more difficult to achieve. One thing I believe to the fullest is that if you think and achieve as a team, the individual accolades will take care of themselves. Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships.” 

-Michael Jordan 

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