Can James surpass Jordan to become the best in history?

Discussion on whether James can surpass Jordan to become the best in history (GOAT), it is necessary to comprehensively analyze from multiple dimensions such as honors, data, influence, etc.:

1. Comparison of core honors

Championship and FMVP

Jordan: 6 championships + 6 FMVPs (100% winning rate in the finals).

James: 4 championships + 4 FMVPs (4 wins and 10 losses in the finals).

Gap: Jordan's "unbeaten myth" still has the advantage in the championship value and dominance. James needs to win at least 2 more championships + FMVP to narrow the gap.

MVP and scoring champion

Jordan: 5 regular season MVP + 10 scoring champion, with a strong dominance at its peak.

James: 4 times regular season MVP + historical scoring champion, known for its durability.

Evaluation differences: Jordan's scoring efficiency and peak height are difficult to surpass, and James' data accumulation is more in line with the preferences of modern fans.

2. Data accumulation and record breakthrough

All-round advantage

James is the only player in history to achieve "40,000 points + 10,000 rebounds + 10,000 assists", and has surpassed Jordan with 40+ games in the playoffs (28 times).

Jordan's average score (30.1 points) and finals performance (33.6 points) are still the benchmarks.

Challenge

James plays in a modern league that emphasizes more scientific defense and high running intensity, and the value of its data is considered higher than that of the Jordan era.

3. Culture and Influence Dimension

Jordan's "Divine" label

As the NBA's globalization promotion ambassador, classic moments such as Jordan's "last shot" and "influenza battle" have become cultural symbols, and the influence of Air Jordan's brand has continued to this day.

James' multi-dimensional breakthrough

expands athlete influence through social media and business layouts such as SpringHill, and deepens social value in areas such as educational equality.

But the "nomad championship" controversy (the giant in the team change) weakened its image as the "dynasty creator".

4. Real possibility assessment

Age and team competitiveness

40-year-old James faces the challenge of physical decline and insufficient depth of the Lakers' lineup, and it is extremely difficult to win two more championships.

Changes in public opinion standards

The new generation of fans more recognize data accumulation, but traditional evaluations are still centered on the number of champions and performance at critical moments.

James needs to improve the winning rate of the finals and create more "savior" moments before retirement to reverse the buzz.

Conclusion: It is difficult to surpass, but opening up a new track, James has formed a unique advantage in data accumulation and all-roundness, but Jordan's championship dominance and cultural symbolic significance are still an insurmountable barrier. If you miraculously win 2 championships + FMVP in the next two years, the gap may be narrowed; but based on the differences in the era background and evaluation system, the two are more likely to be regarded as the "best" in different dimensions.