Did Scottie Pippen say LeBron is better than Jordan?

Scottie Pippen explains that the numbers don’t lie and LeBron James’ career has surpassed Michael Jordan’s in greatness.

Are Jordan and Pippen still friends?

Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen wrote in his book “Unguarded” that he and Michael Jordan were never close friends and still aren’t. “His ‘best teammate of all time,’ [Jordan] called me. He couldn’t have been more condescending if he tried.”

Who was a better defender Scottie Pippen or Michael Jordan?

According to former NBA small forward Kendall Gill, Jordan was a better defender than Pippen. However, the Chicago native says it’s really close. He’s also third in NBA history in steals with 2,514. Meanwhile, Pippen was the 1994-95 steals champion and is seventh all-time in steals.

Does Scottie Pippen like Michael Jordan?

Pippen is one of the most accomplished basketball players in NBA history, but that hasn’t helped him find peace in his retirement. Pippen isn’t happy about it. In a new tell-all book titled “Unguarded,” Pippen slams Jordan as ‘condescending’ and says he’s never been close with his former teammate.

What Pippen said about Jordan?

“Michael was determined to prove to the current generation of fans that he was larger-than-life during his day – and still larger than LeBron James, the player many consider his equal, if not superior,” Pippen told GQ. “They glorified Michael Jordan while not giving nearly enough praise to me and my proud teammates.

Was MJ a good defender?

Arguably the best player in the NBA history, Michael Jordan was a dominant defensive guard for his entire career. His offense was perhaps equally good to his defense. He was an athletic, strong, skilled and quick defender that would often guard the opponent’s top scorer while still lighting up the scoreboard.

Is Scottie Pippen the best defender ever?

Scottie Pippen is probably the best perimeter defender the league’s ever seen, a claim validated by his eight All-Defensive first-team honors and status as the only player to record at least 2,300 steals and 900 blocks in his career.

What percentage of the Hornets does Michael Jordan own?

Bonnell noted Jordan owns approximately 97 percent of the team. Jordan, whom Forbes values at $1.9 billion, bought the Charlotte franchise—then the Bobcats—back in 2010 for $275 million.