all time starting 5

[HoopsNY]

We clogging the paint on defense with that lineup.

How? AK-47 was a versatile defender, super quick, and a great help defender. Sheed was versatile and quick as well. And Wilt is the fastest center of all time.

[1987_Lakers]

How? AK-47 was a versatile defender, super quick, and a great help defender. Sheed was versatile and quick as well. And Wilt is the fastest center of all time.

Not enough shooting

[SouBeachTalents]

I'm honestly surprised at all the Kobe mentions, I don't think he'd be a good fit in an all-time lineup at all. I also don't understand why anyone would choose him over Jordan when he's essentially just a worse version of him.

[HoopsNY]

We clogging the paint on defense with that lineup.

Yea I understand your point. I think the transition ability makes up for it, but guys like Magic, Kobe, and Sheed could shoot 34-36% from the 3 routinely. It's not stellar but if they get hot then that would be enough. I don't think it's always necessary to have a lineup of 3-4 guys that can shoot near the 40% clip in order to be competitive.

[HoopsNY]

I'm honestly surprised at all the Kobe mentions, I don't think he'd be a good fit in an all-time lineup at all. I also don't understand why anyone would choose him over Jordan when he's essentially just a worse version of him.

I'm just putting variations at this point, but the most optimal lineup would have MJ at the 2.

[tpols]

Putting Klay in over Michael Jordan should be a temp ban.

The spacing advantage doesn't even come close to touching what MJ would bring to the table. Klay shot like shit in the Finals too when it mattered most and pressure was highest. Its a silly stance.

And if youre really trying to be all in on spacing you could've just put prime Ray Allen in the SG slot, who is far superior.

[SouBeachTalents]

Putting Klay in over Michael Jordan should be a temp ban.

The spacing advantage doesn't even come close to touching what MJ would bring to the table. Klay shot like shit in the Finals too when it mattered most and pressure was highest. Its a silly stance.

And if youre really trying to be all in on spacing you could've just put prime Ray Allen in the SG slot, who is far superior.

I'm genuinely baffled by the way you process things sometimes. It's like you can't differentiate between a regular team and an all-time one. Why would I want a guy who's going to take 25 shots a game when I already have four other 25-30 ppg scorers in the lineup? What value is Jordan bringing when I already have scoring covered by a significant margin. Klay fits in perfectly with an all-time lineup because he provides GOAT tier shooting, spaces the floor, can play off ball, takes up very little possession, and can also play defense.

I'd choose Klay to pair with Curry over Allen because he's a better defender.

[tpols]

MJ isn't taking 25 shots a game on a super team. The dream team proved that. He had no problem fitting in and letting other guys work. This isn't Iverson or Westbrook bro. Its just honestly a really dumb take to put Klay Thompson in your lineup over Michael Jordan.

[1987_Lakers]

Curry
Klay
KD
Draymond
Walton

Basically the 2017 warriors with Walton. 82-0?

[SouBeachTalents]

MJ isn't taking 25 shots a game on a super team. The dream team proved that. He had no problem fitting in and letting other guys work. This isn't Iverson or Westbrook bro. Its just honestly a really dumb take to put Klay Thompson in your lineup over Michael Jordan.

Jordan does not fit in nearly as seamlessly as Klay does, the cohesion of the lineup gets worse with a guy who's wired to score and will take up far more possession time/provide far worse spacing than Klay. Jordan has diminishing value and return in a lineup where you already have 4 other ATG's who can average 25+ a night.

[tpols]

Curry
Klay
KD
Draymond
Walton

Basically the 2017 warriors with Walton. 82-0?

Why put dray in when you could have KG or Duncan...?

Another silly post.

You and southbeach are seriously smoking some good shit.

[1987_Lakers]

Why put dray in when you could have KG or Duncan...?

Another silly post.

You and southbeach are seriously smoking some good shit.

Draymond provides more versatility in general including playmaking. Don’t need his scoring

[tpols]

Dude 2004 Kevin Garnett was probably the most versatile player of all time. You guys are straight up clowning.

[3ba11]

Dude 2004 Kevin Garnett was probably the most versatile player of all time. You guys are straight up clowning.

Agreed.

Curry
MJ
Bird
KG
Robinson

^^^ No plodding big to hamper offensive movement, thus maximizing the capacity for dynasty ball movement.

Prime Wilt in Robinson or KG's place might work better but I like the jumpshooting ability of Robinson & KG

[3ba11]

Dude 2004 Kevin Garnett was probably the most versatile player of all time. You guys are straight up clowning.

Agreed.

Curry
MJ
Bird
KG
Robinson

^^^ No plodding big to hamper offensive movement, thus maximizing the capacity for dynasty ball movement.

Prime Wilt in Robinson or KG's place might work better but I like the jumpshooting ability of Robinson & KG... 5 jumpshoters out there but also great/goat post play from 4 of the 5 guys