While Thomas was never part of the Greatest of All Time discussion, Jordan has been one of the two players in the debate. Along with current Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, the GOAT discussion has taken on an entire life of its own.

Two-time All-NBA point guard Stephon Marbury, who played alongside 20-time All-NBA Los Angeles Lakers combo forward LeBron James on the infamous, bronze medal-winning Team USA Olympic squad in 2004, has a definitive argument about his league GOAT (Greatest Of All Time).

Lionel Messi made his feelings very clear when he was asked if Michael Jordan is the true GOAT ahead of him. Messi and Jordan are widely regarded as the GOAT of their respective sports. The Argentinean, who won the World Cup with his national team in 2022, has a record eight Ballon d'Or titles to his name, having forged a legendary career.