Best NBA players to win NBA Finals with two or more teams: 1. LeBron James
Given the fact (yes, fact) that LeBron James is the greatest player of all-time overall, it only makes sense for him to be number one on this list. James is on pace to break all of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s records and is still performing at the level of the best in the league later than those he is compared to.
For example, James is in his 18th season and is averaging 25.5 points, 8.1 rebounds, 7.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.6 blocks per game. Abdul-Jabbar was comparable, averaging 23.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.6 blocks per game. Michael Jordan did not even make it to 17 seasons. He retired for the second time before he even got to the age that James is playing at now, 36.
Outside of his rookie season, LeBron James has been named an All-Star in every season. He has won one scoring title and one assist title. With the Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers, he made eight straight NBA Finals. James is the only player in NBA history to win championships with three different franchises as Finals MVP. He has not stopped yet and he already holds the record for all-time playoff points and is creeping up the points (currently third) and assists (currently eight) all-time lists.
The simple point that James is already considered for the top spot while not yet showing signs of slowing down is telling. The Lakers are still the favorite to win the NBA championship this season and James seems likely to play a number of seasons alike Abdul-Jabbar. This race may not be close for much longer. All hail the King.