Blasphemy, I dont think so, Jordan accepts all challengers. but let me point out a few things: Jordan
Career:
30.1ppg @ 49.7 FG%
6.2rpg
5.3apg
2.3stl
0.8bpg
2.7to
and only 1.7 Three Point Attempts Per Game. Best Season: Age 23, 3rd season in.
37.1ppg @48.2%, 5.2rpg, 4.6apg, 2.9stl, 1.5bpg with only 66 TOTAL 3pa Kobe
Career:
25.4ppg @ 45.3 FG%
5.3rpg
4.7apg
1.5stl
0.5bpg
3.0to
and 3.9 3pa per game Best Season: Age 27, 10th season in
35.4ppg @45%, 5.3 rpg, 4.5apg, 1.8stl, 0.4bpg, with 518 TOTAL 3pa My point - Jordan was more efficient, and better in almost all aspects of the game (including defence). That is all.
Take note, Bryant has 1 less title than Jordan. Not a huge factor, but still a point to note. What really gets me here is the last sentence. Jordan IS the gold standard, Kobe has "the attitude" to be competitive. Jordan played in an era with some of the best player to ever play the game. Kobe's early career was amongst some decent players, but not the calibre of what Jordan faced. There is so much I can and want to put into this, but I'll keep it short and hit you with some figures. "During his career, Jordan won six NBA titles. Bryant currently has five. Jordan's championship performances are the gold standard in basketball, but Bryant holds the same competitive attitude and has the hardware to prove it. "
Then with the Wizards, came back in his late 30's/early 40's and still dominated. The man is a living legend, and one that will be near impossible to top.