Never thought I would be saying that Kobe might be the best ever. But you have to put Bryant in the conversation with the greats. What has Bryant not done that say Magic or Jordan did?? Has he not overcame every challenge and defense that anyone has place upon him??

The Kobe haters had always said that he could not win without Shaq. Well now he has won one in convincing fashion. If that is not enough don't worry this Lakers team is very young and might win a few more. The great players don't settle for a championship instead they strive to be the best ever.

When you compare Kobe's game to the best ever Michael Jordan he stacks up very favorably. Lets look at the key parts of game and see:

Passing: Michael Jordan was one of the best set up men of all time, but would have to say Kobe is better. Lamar Odom said in a recent interview that Kobe could lead the league if he played PG as a pass first option. That is pretty big praise coming from another peer.

Rebounding: Kobe has improved a ton in the rebounding category but is still not near the rebounder that MJ was. Michael was a little better athlete and much stronger which enabled him to dominate the glass at times.

Shooting: Kobe is a very clear cut winner over MJ in the shooting category. Michael improved as his career went along but really never was a consistent three point shooter. Kobe is one of the best shooters in the league and his three point shot is dangerous as well.

Defense: Kobe's defense is much better in the last few years but still is nowhere near MJ's. Michael's was one of the best shut down defenders of all times. Kobe does not have the lateral quickness of MJ nor the passion to shut people down.

Leadership: Clearly MJ wins this one. Kobe has recently learned how to become a leader but will have to continue to grow to be in MJ's company.

Game Winners: No one would have imagined that there would be another player that has the motivation or will to win games in the clutch. Kobe has become the "Best Closer in Basketball" but still is not in the conversation with MJ.

As you can see Michael Jordan is still the best ever but Kobe Bryant is closing in on him. If Kobe can lead the LA Lakers to two more championships he could definitely pull closer to the best ever player tag. But in the meantime MJ is still safe at the top of the mountain.

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