Al Harrington shares LeBron James comment regarding Michael Jordan legacy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 3:01 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
Former Indiana Pacers player Al Harrington recently shared a story from a past conversation with LeBron James regarding the rivalry between the two NBA stars. Harrington recalled James stating that once he finished wearing the number 23 jersey, Michael Jordan would no longer be remembered by the public. This revelation triggered widespread criticism from basketball observers who cited Jordan’s cultural influence and the iconic status of the Jumpman logo as evidence of his lasting impact. LeBron James has historically spoken about his motivation to surpass Jordan, even labeling him as the ghost he continues to chase throughout his professional career. While LeBron James has secured four championships and four Finals MVP awards, the public debate surrounding his place in history relative to Michael Jordan persists over two decades after Jordan retired from the league.
- •Al Harrington revealed on a podcast that LeBron James once aimed to diminish the legacy of the number 23.
- •LeBron James has previously described Michael Jordan as the ghost he is chasing for historical greatness.
- •Critics pointed to the global recognition of the Jordan brand as evidence of his sustained relevance.
- •LeBron James continues to play in his 23rd season while maintaining his pursuit of career milestones.
- 3:01 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Still Chasing After 23 Years’ — NBA World Roasts LeBron James After Ex-Pacers Star Reveals Bold Michael Jordan Diss
"LeBron James has never been shy about putting himself in the greatest-of-all-time (GOAT) conversation. But long before he publicly gave himself that title in 2018, James had already made it clear that Michael Jordan was the standard he wanted to surpass.
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