NBA Stars Offer New Picks in GOAT Debate

The NBA's GOAT (Greatest of All Time) debate has expanded with several notable former players weighing in. Derrick Rose shocked fans by naming Isiah Thomas as his GOAT, emphasizing Thomas's Chicago roots and his victories over legends like Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, and Larry Bird. Tracy McGrady added that while LeBron James is respected for his versatility and scoring records, he believes James is less suited to one-on-one play than Kobe Bryant or Kyrie Irving. Danny Green reiterated his stance that Michael Jordan is his GOAT, LeBron James has had the greatest career, and Kobe Bryant is the most skilled. These varied perspectives underscore that the GOAT debate is deeply influenced by personal experience, play style, and regional loyalty. The conversation remains subjective and open-ended within the basketball community.