When Popovich, the legendary coach of the NBA, looked at the history of the entire NBA with his seemingly never-ending eyes, he said: "There are only four people who can really count as epoch-making stars." "Well, you heard it right, it's just four people. As soon as these words came out, I guess the air in the stadium froze for a second, and the mood of the fans probably changed from "Ah, Popovich is going to make a big sense" to "What? Just four?"
None of the four named by Bobo are general, and each of them is a superstar in basketball history, shining enough to light up the entire universe. Come, let's go through these four epoch-making bigwigs together.
The debut was the "Basketball Emperor" Chamberlain. When it comes to Chamberlain, it is simply a mythical character, and his dominance on the field is like the god of war on the ancient battlefield, holding thunder in his hand, and no one can stop him. The miracle of scoring 100 points in a single game has made countless stars look up to it so far. He made basketball a "giant game", and Chamberlain not only changed basketball, but also changed people's perception of the limits of sports.
Speaking of Jordan, who is known as the "God of Basketball". Speaking of Jordan, I feel that any words of praise pale in comparison. Jordan is not only the embodiment of basketball, but also the symbol of the entire NBA. He not only promoted the NBA to the world, but also deeply implanted the charm of basketball in the hearts of every fan. His legend has transcended basketball and become a cultural symbol.
Look at "Black Mamba" Kobe. Kobe Bryant is not only the closest man to God after Jordan, but also a basketball hero in the hearts of a generation. His mamba spirit shook the whole world. Kobe Bryant is like the banner of that era, guiding the direction of those who come after him. His passing has left the basketball world sad, but his spirit will always inspire every basketball fan.
Finally, there is "James Emperor" LeBron James. Since landing in the NBA in 2003, James has been destined to become the king of this league. Not only because of his performance on the field, but also because of his impact off the field. James is not only a superstar in basketball, but also a role model for society. His public welfare undertakings and his contributions to society are admirable.
So, when Popovich names these four stars, I think he's not just talking about what they've accomplished on the basketball court, he's talking about the profound impact they've had on basketball and society. They are not only epoch-making stars, but also eternal legends.
So, what do you think after listening to Popovich's words? Who is the epoch-making star in your mind? Let's discuss it together, after all, basketball is not just a game, it is a culture, a feeling.