These are just some of the comparisons, click the link for more http://www.oldskoolsports.com/Home/tabid/9...57/Default.aspx Earvin “Magic” Johnson G (Los Angeles Lakers) 2006 clone: LeBron James Magic was the most versatile player of his time. He could score at shooting guard, pass like a point guard, and rebound like a center. Sounds a lot like someone else I know: LeBron. In his short career, James has proven to be the best all-around player in the league. He has the tools to do all the things Magic did on the court, not to mention the same boyish smile. James and Wade have the potential to form the Magic-Jordan tandem of the next 15 years. Michael Jordan G (Chicago Bulls) 2006 clone: Dwayne Wade The easy choice here would be LeBron, considering the Jordan comparisons, but based on recent play Wade is a more accurate Jordan comparison. Consider that Wade plays seemingly effortless, has won a championship, become the leader of his team, and can take over games in a blink of an eye. Sounds a little bit like Michael, doesn’t it? Wade might not have the Jordan star appeal over-seas yet, but after international fans see him in China in 2008, that could very well change. Karl Malone F (Utah Jazz) 2006 clone: Elton Brand Possibly the most consistent forward ever, Malone could score around the basket and hit 15 footers with his eyes closed, not to mention rebound like an animal. Brand’s game mimics Malone’s in every way, right down to the sweet outside jumper. He goes about his game with a workman-like complex, ala Malone. Brand might never get the recognition that Malone did, but his constancy will be a huge asset to the U.S. team. Clyde Drexler G (Portland Trail Blazers) 2006 clone: Gilbert Arenas “Clyde the Glide” could practically float around the basketball court. He did a little bit of everything, including his signature high-flying dunks. Arenas has become the NBA’s triple-double king, plays great “D” and can soar to new heights like his counterpart Drexler. Much like Clyde, the U.S. team will count on Arenas to defend on the perimeter and break out on the fast-break. John Stockton G (Utah Jazz) 2006 clone: Chris Paul Paul has the potential to lead the league in assists for years to come. He is the most un-selfish player since, well, Stockton. These two tiny guards will break down defenses faster than you can say “Alley-Oop.” Paul is just be a rookie, but he is the one guy who can and should lead this team to the gold medal.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Fever:</div><div class="quote_post">The 06 is still nowhere near the Barcelona team. That's the best <u>sports</u> team ever assembled.</div>That wasn't the point though, just making comparisons.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Heat4Life:</div><div class="quote_post">These are just some of the comparisons, click the link for more http://www.oldskoolsports.com/Home/tabid/9...57/Default.aspx Earvin ?Magic? Johnson G (Los Angeles Lakers) 2006 clone: LeBron James Magic was the most versatile player of his time. He could score at shooting guard, pass like a point guard, and rebound like a center. Sounds a lot like someone else I know: LeBron. In his short career, James has proven to be the best all-around player in the league. He has the tools to do all the things Magic did on the court, not to mention the same boyish smile. James and Wade have the potential to form the Magic-Jordan tandem of the next 15 years. Michael Jordan G (Chicago Bulls) 2006 clone: Dwayne Wade The easy choice here would be LeBron, considering the Jordan comparisons, but based on recent play Wade is a more accurate Jordan comparison. Consider that Wade plays seemingly effortless, has won a championship, become the leader of his team, and can take over games in a blink of an eye. Sounds a little bit like Michael, doesn?t it? Wade might not have the Jordan star appeal over-seas yet, but after international fans see him in China in 2008, that could very well change. Karl Malone F (Utah Jazz) 2006 clone: Elton Brand Possibly the most consistent forward ever, Malone could score around the basket and hit 15 footers with his eyes closed, not to mention rebound like an animal. Brand?s game mimics Malone?s in every way, right down to the sweet outside jumper. He goes about his game with a workman-like complex, ala Malone. Brand might never get the recognition that Malone did, but his constancy will be a huge asset to the U.S. team. Clyde Drexler G (Portland Trail Blazers) 2006 clone: Gilbert Arenas ?Clyde the Glide? could practically float around the basketball court. He did a little bit of everything, including his signature high-flying dunks. Arenas has become the NBA?s triple-double king, plays great ?D? and can soar to new heights like his counterpart Drexler. Much like Clyde, the U.S. team will count on Arenas to defend on the perimeter and break out on the fast-break. John Stockton G (Utah Jazz) 2006 clone: Chris Paul Paul has the potential to lead the league in assists for years to come. He is the most un-selfish player since, well, Stockton. These two tiny guards will break down defenses faster than you can say ?Alley-Oop.? Paul is just be a rookie, but he is the one guy who can and should lead this team to the gold medal.</div> Pretty cool comparisons, they make sence. This just made me gain hope that we're actually going to do well this year.
These comparisons are good. It is nice to see that we can actually make comparisons like these. I don't think this team or any team in the future will dominate as much as the dream team did but its nice to see we are improving to reach that dominate level once again.
Closest comparisons... Maybe The 1992 U.S. Team is a once in a lifetime deal. Those who were able to see them are very lucky. It will be very difficult to assemble a team close to that.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting TheFreshPrince:</div><div class="quote_post">How is Arenas the triple double king?</div> Who said that?
<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">Arenas has become the NBA?s triple-double king, plays great ?D? and can soar to new heights like his counterpart Drexler.</div> That is what it said under Gilbert Arenas.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Heat4Life:</div><div class="quote_post"> Clyde Drexler G (Portland Trail Blazers) 2006 clone: Gilbert Arenas ?Clyde the Glide? could practically float around the basketball court. He did a little bit of everything, including his signature high-flying dunks. Arenas has become the NBA?s triple-double king, plays great ?D? and can soar to new heights like his counterpart Drexler. Much like Clyde, the U.S. team will count on Arenas to defend on the perimeter and break out on the fast-break. </div> Huh? The "triple-double" king has 3 triple-doubles in his entire career -- none in the last two seasons. Bizarre comparison.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Franchise4Ever:</div><div class="quote_post">Jordan = Wade? I still don't get that. </div> It didn't say that. Saying two players are similar doesn't not mean they are equal.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting durvasa:</div><div class="quote_post">It didn't say that. Saying two players are similar doesn't not mean they are equal.</div> I know they aren't equal, what I meant with the Jordan = Wade was the = stands for similar. Truth be told they aren't even similar and Gilbert the triple double king of the NBA? Was this guy in lala land when studying Gilbert and Dwayne?? The other 3 are pretty good though. I can see the similarities somewhat but not the "Triple double king" Has anyone read the article? There is more than just the 5 posted by H4L. Look at this one. <div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">David Robinson C (San Antonio Spurs) 2006 clone: Chris Bosh A lanky, left-handed center, with a great inside-out game. Is it Robinson or Bosh- take your pick. Bosh/Robinson might be the closet thing to an exact clone of any of the other comparisons. In his career, Robinson won a scoring crown, a rebounding title and was named to the NBA All-Defensive First team three times. Bosh can already score, rebound, and is a top-notched shot-blocker like Robinson. He is the odds on favorite to lead the Olympic Games in blocked shots. </div>
<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">Patrick Ewing C (New York Knicks) 2006 clone: Amar? Stoudemire In his prime, Ewing was an absolute monster. There is no better way to describe Stoudemire. He is a freak of nature, whose basketball abilities are limitless. Much like Ewing, Stoudemire is a complete force in the paint and can throw done nasty dunks with the best of them. If he is completely healthy, Stoudemire will be a force to be reckoned with on both ends of the court. </div> <div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">Charles Barkley F (Phoenix Suns) 2006 clone: Dwight Howard Barkley is considered to be one of the best, not to mention the nastiest, rebounders in history. If there is one thing that Howard knows how to do, it is rebounding. Only 20 years-old, Howard has already mastered the art of rebounding and is one of the best in the league at pulling down boards. If he keeps his current 11.3 rebounds/game average up, he will be right on par with Sir Charles. Look for him to keep opposing international foes from getting anywhere near the key. </div> Here's more. I would say that Dwight would fit the bill better as an Ewing clone than Amare.
Nah I would say the Stockton - Paul, and Elton - Karl Malone were similar to an extent. I still can't see MJ and Wade being similar at all though.
^^really. I think all of their styles are way different, and mj and wade are extremely similar in my mind. Both are explosive players on either end, and seem to rise their level of play similarly.
I wouldn't say as much. Sure both are explosive and can take over the game but thats where it ends imo. MJ was a superior defender, had longer range, and had an extremely high Basketball I.Q. Their play styles differ too much for me to really say Wade is similar to MJ. If anyone in the game is similar to MJ today it would have to be a crossbreed of LeBron and Kobe. Thats not to say Wade is dumb or a terrible player but...you know what I mean.
I really dont see the lebron-Mj comparison at all. I have always said, since his rookie year he woudl be like Magic, not jordan. Wade is very intelligent and also only done wiht three years of his career, Jordan was a very similar player to Wade at the same stage of their careers.
