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NBA fans have had the privilege of watching some of the best players in the world play in the league. Out of various legends of the game, choosing just 5 is a tedious task. However, some names like Michael Jordan and LeBron James are always in the mix.

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Interestingly enough, former college basketball star, Adriana Hahn feels otherwise. When asked about her all-time starting 5, she made some interesting choices. Although she named Kobe Bryant in her lineup, she excluded the likes of Jordan, LeBron, and even Shaquille O’Neal!

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Former college star skips Michael Jordan and LeBron James in her starting 5

One of the biggest debates in the world of basketball is the Michael Jordan vs LeBron James debate. Although the two belong to two very different eras, fans and analysts can’t get enough of comparing them.

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Despite all the comparisons, the greatness of both the players cannot be undermined. While Jordan has 6 NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls, LeBron has 4 with 3 different teams. Similarly, Shaquille O’Neal is regarded as the best center to ever play in the NBA.

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However, basketball star Adrianna Hahn does not feel like including these 3 in her starting 5. Talking about what would be her ideal starting lineup, she made some interesting choices.

Hahn said, “Kobe Bryant and that was my number 1 in terms of player of all time. Person, personality, demeanour, mentality, I mean, no question. Point guard wise, overall I love Steve Nash. I’m a huge Larry Bird fan. Steph Curry! One more….I’m gonna go with Kevin Durant.

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Although it is completely her own opinion regarding the starting 5, it is very surprising to see someone not name Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Shaq in her lineup. 

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Out of all the legends mentioned above, Hahn was all praises for Kobe Bryant. The former Los Angeles Lakers legend acted like an inspiration for her as she rose up the ranks of the basketball world.

Would James and Jordan have made it into your teams? Let us know.

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Abhinava Ghosh

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Abhinava Ghosh is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports with a wealth of experience covering the league. He has written over 1400 articles for EssentiallySports, showcasing his expertise in analyzing and reporting on NBA trade rumors, injury updates, and the ever-changing dynamics of the league. He had successfully covered the entire Kevin Durant trade saga at Brooklyn, which led to the basketball legend’s move to the Desert. He also kept our readers updated on the Brittney Griner situation throughout her exile in Russia. One of Abhinava's proudest moments came in 2015 when the Golden State Warriors won the NBA title after 40 years. As a lifelong fan of the Dubs, Abhinava was thrilled to see his team reach the pinnacle of the sport, but he remained objective and professional in his reporting.

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