Bleacher Report released its list of the Top 100 NBA players of all time, naming Michael Jordan as the greatest player in NBA history. The top 20 players on the list include LeBron James at second, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar third, Magic Johnson fourth, and Bill Russell fifth. Notably, Kobe Bryant is ranked 11th, sparking some controversy and criticism, including from NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal, who expressed disapproval of the ranking's treatment of Bryant. The list also features six players from the Denver Nuggets. The rankings have generated debate among fans and analysts, particularly regarding the placement of certain players outside the top 10.
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal did not hold back his criticism for a new ranking and its disrespect for Kobe Bryant. https://t.co/DGkOamN68q
6 Nuggets players feature on Bleacher Report's Top 100 Players Ever list https://t.co/e1UZekcAYV
BR Sports Top 20 players of all time: 1. Jordan 2. LeBron 3. Kareem 4. Magic 5. Bill Russell 6. Shaq 7. Tim Duncan 8. Bird 9. Wilt 10. Steph 11. Kobe 12. Hakeem 13. KD 14. Oscar Robertson 15. Jerry West 16. KG 17. Jokić 18. Dirk 19. David Robinson 20. Dr. J via @BleacherReport https://t.co/hitSYa2ZLG