Comparing the legendary careers of the 1980s and 1990s stars Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird against the 2010s and 2020s stars LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant.
When comparing the careers of six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan, legendary point guard Magic Johnson, and three-time MVP Larry Bird to those of four-time NBA champion LeBron James, two-time MVP Stephen Curry, and four-time Olympic gold medalist Kevin Durant, it’s clear that both trios have dominated their respective eras with unparalleled skill, accolades, and influence. LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant added a major accolade to their resumes this summer in the 2024 Olympics, but when you delve deeper into their achievements—championships, MVPs, All-NBA and All-Defensive teams, win shares, and player efficiency—one question emerges: which trio truly stands above the rest?
