The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hoops Tonight - Reaction to Bleacher Report top 100 NBA players: MJ vs. LeBron, Kobe top 10 snub, Steph underrated
Jul 19, 2025
The podcast dives into the heated debate over Bleacher Report's top 100 NBA players, featuring an intense showdown between Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Listeners are treated to the shocking omission of Kobe Bryant from the top 10 and the debate on Steph Curry's undervalued greatness. The discussion doesn't stop there, as Bradley Beal's buyout and move to the Clippers adds another layer to the analysis of team dynamics and player impact in the league. The rich history of basketball legends and their legacies takes center stage!
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MJ vs. LeBron Greatness Debate
- Michael Jordan and LeBron James represent two different types of basketball greatness based on dominance and career longevity.
- LeBron offers a longer competitive prime and versatility both offensively and defensively.
Kobe's Underrated Efficiency
- Kobe Bryant gets underrated due to perceptions about his shooting efficiency in a tough era for shooters.
- His efficiency compares favorably to peers, and he adapted to evolving NBA spacing late in his career.
Steph Curry's Transformative Impact
- Steph Curry revolutionized NBA offense with transcendent shooting on and off the ball.
- His impact changed defensive schemes and made three-point shooting a fundamental game-changer.