Sports analyst Colin Cowherd shared his thoughts after LeBron James won his fourth NBA title with the Los Angeles Lakers. According to Cowherd, LeBron is the greatest foundational piece in sports history.
“In Miami year two – title. Went back to Cleveland year two – title. Came to Los Angeles year two – title. That’s what he does. Michael [Jordan] needed Scottie Pippen, LeBron just needs a ball,” Cowherd said.
“LeBron did not go to Golden State or to a stacked team that won a title without him. He went to three places and had to elevate each. Physically and emotionally and structurally.”
He also compared LeBron with Michael Jordan, who needed Scottie Pippen to win titles, per Cowherd. On the other hand, James was and is able to win titles with any team or coach.
“Michael Jordan needed Scottie Pippen. Michael Jordan needed Phil Jackson. LeBron needs the damn ball. He doesn’t need a system. He doesn’t need a coach. He doesn’t need a Robin. He had a small Robin [Kyrie Irving]. He had wing Robin [Dwyane Wade]. He had a big Robin [Anthony Davis].”
