Michael Jordan's Nike contract was a game-changer. LeBron James has weighed in on social issues. Who was a bigger influencer off the court?

Religion, politics and the NBA GOAT debate. Odds are you've had more mature, rational conversations with friends and loved ones about the first two topics rather than the third.

Since James and Jordan are different players with somewhat different skill sets and mindsets, perhaps it could've worked. During an episode of the "Mind the Game" podcast, James said his game would've fit alongside Jordan's game, since he is essentially a point forward and Jordan was a pure scorer.