Oakley was never a prolific scorer or a focal point of any offense. However, Oakley’s choice may also reflect his personal preference and style of play. Jordan appreciated Oakley’s toughness and loyalty, and even expressed his displeasure when the Bulls traded him to the Knicks in 1988 for Bill Cartwright. Oakley was Jordan’s protector and enforcer, always ready to stand up for him against any physical or verbal abuse from opponents.
After all, Oakley and Jordan had a close friendship that dated back to their days in Chicago, where they formed a formidable duo on both ends of the floor. Oakley’s choice may seem shocking to some fans, especially those who consider Jordan to be the undisputed GOAT (Greatest Of All Time). He also praised LeBron’s versatility and durability, saying that he could play multiple positions and handle the physicality of the game. He said that LeBron, on the other hand, was a more unselfish player who could make his teammates better.
Oakley explained his reasoning by saying that Jordan was not a willing passer and did not care if Oakley got any shots on offense. One of the most surprising moments of the show came when Garnett asked Oakley a simple question: “Who would you rather play with, LeBron or Mike?” Oakley, who was a teammate of Michael Jordan for three seasons in Chicago, did not hesitate to answer: “LeBron James, but Michael Jordan is my best friend.” The two legends discussed various topics, including their experiences playing against each other, their opinions on the current state of the game, and their views on some of the greatest players of all time. In a recent episode of Kevin Garnett’s show “Area 21”, the former NBA champion had a candid conversation with one of the most notorious enforcers in league history, Charles Oakley.
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