Compare And Contrast Legobordan And Lebron James
Lebron James vs. Michael Jordan Lebron James and Michael Jordan are both considered to be amazing athletes in the game of basketball, although for different reasons. Many people compare the two athletes because of their level of excellence they bring to the game and how they got to that level. Since they play the same position, that allows for even more connections to be drawn between the two. Michael and Lebron have each been awarded the NBA rookie of the year. However, each player received the award for different reasons. Jordan is a better overall player because of how he got his success, awards received, and his love for the game.
The first comparison that can be made between the two is how much effort went into their success. James spent his early years as a basketball star for his high school team. James was …show more content…
As a sophomore, James was chosen for the USA today Allstar first team. He was the first to be chosen for that award. He also led the team to another Division
III state title; for the second year in a row. James was having an amazing junior year when he thought about going pro. His senior year he lead his team to their third state title and he was averaging 31.6 points per game. Throughout his whole high school career James scored 2,657 points, 892 rebounds, and 523 assists. James was then drafted straight into the NBA and was the first draft pick.
During his first year in the NBA, he was awarded rookie of the year. James first
year was with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Comparatively, Michael, had a rough start to his high school career. He went to Lanley High school in North Carolina. His sophomore year he didn’t make varsity, he was on junior varsity. His junior and senior year, he led his high school team to the state playoffs. Michael was then offered a three year scholarship to the University of
Carolina, which he accepted. Michael was the fourth freshman to earn a starting spot. Michael then was the third draft pick in the NBA. Michael had to balance his grades in college
The first comparison that can be made between the two is how much effort went into their success. James spent his early years as a basketball star for his high school team. James was …show more content…
As a sophomore, James was chosen for the USA today Allstar first team. He was the first to be chosen for that award. He also led the team to another Division
III state title; for the second year in a row. James was having an amazing junior year when he thought about going pro. His senior year he lead his team to their third state title and he was averaging 31.6 points per game. Throughout his whole high school career James scored 2,657 points, 892 rebounds, and 523 assists. James was then drafted straight into the NBA and was the first draft pick.
During his first year in the NBA, he was awarded rookie of the year. James first
year was with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Comparatively, Michael, had a rough start to his high school career. He went to Lanley High school in North Carolina. His sophomore year he didn’t make varsity, he was on junior varsity. His junior and senior year, he led his high school team to the state playoffs. Michael was then offered a three year scholarship to the University of
Carolina, which he accepted. Michael was the fourth freshman to earn a starting spot. Michael then was the third draft pick in the NBA. Michael had to balance his grades in college