O’Neal: If Kobe Bryant had James’ teammates, he would have already surpassed Jordan. It’s a bit embarrassing that he only has 4 championships.

Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal recently reignited the buzz by publicly stating that if Kobe Bryant could have the team configuration that LeBron James has, he would have the potential to win 10 championships. This statement immediately caused widespread discussion and concern in the basketball world.

　　O’Neill said in an interview, “If Kobe Bryant has the team configuration that LeBron James has, he could win 10 championships.” These words immediately remind people of Kobe’s past in 2008 seeking to join forces with Chris Paul, but was blocked by the league. O’Neill believes that if Kobe can have a strong lineup of teammates like James, he can achieve similar success, and even he can directly surpass Jordan in one fell swoop, and the current James embraced so many years before 4 crowns is indeed a bit shameful.

　　However, such comments on James is an insult, because James as a superstar, has excellent basketball IQ, comprehensive technology and leadership. He has had great success with both the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Miami Heat, and has led his teams to multiple championships. It can be said that James’ success is by no means solely dependent on the configuration of his teammates, but stems from his own strength and ability. However, O’Neal seemed to imply that James’ championship success was dependent on the configuration of his powerful teammates rather than his personal ability and effort. Such a statement is undoubtedly disrespectful and demeaning to James. Because James has always proven his worth and strength on the court. Whether in Cleveland or Miami, he has led his team to important victories and honors.

　　It is undeniable that the configuration of teammates is crucial to a player’s success. However, we should not minimize James’ abilities and strengths because of this. The leadership and skill he displays in the game make him one of the greatest players of our time. Not only does he possess great physical attributes and well-rounded skills, but he also possesses game intelligence and leadership beyond the norm. Overall Shaquille O’Neal’s comments have sparked widespread controversy but this does not detract from LeBron James’ status and accomplishments in the basketball world. James proved himself to be an overpowering player who used his hard work and ability to win games and lead his team to important victories and honors.