I wasn't trying to say that Dr. J is "better" than LeBron, if it was misconstrued that way, I apologize. But if anyone is trying to make sure argument that Dr. J is some vastly inferior player to LeBron is just stupid. That's a flawed, ignorant argument. Did his numbers dip when he went to the NBA? Sure, but so did EVERYONE ELSE'S, INCLUDING OTHER PLAYERS WHO'RE IN THE HALL OF FAME. There was a huge influx of talent, it was bound to happen. The guy still fucking averaged 22 points, nearly 7 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks a game, all while shooting 50% from the floor. Those numbers are pretty close to another NBA player we've been debating about.... hmmm. Oh, that's right, LeBron James's numbers. So please, quit act like some of us are comparing LeBron to fucking Pete Chillcutt or Matt Fish. It's ridiculous.
From the context of impact on the game, his (Dr. J's) contributions have had a long-lasting impact. As great as LeBron's series was against the Pistons, how many people still talk about it? Not many. I agree with you 100% that it was an awe-inspiring stretch of games that truly cemented him as a leader and even greater player. He absolutely dominated those guys to the point that the opposition should've been embarrassed. The problem is, he still hasn't taken the next step -- that series was almost 5 years ago. He still has no post game, he still doesn't move seamlessly without the ball and oh yeah, he still doesn't have any NBA Championship.
I think because of the weight of expectations placed on him at such a young age, his failures have been magnified quite a bit more. I don't think you'll find too many people who'd argue LeBron is one of the best (if not best) player in the NBA right now. The problem is don't proclaim yourself to be King James when you're merely the Prince of the team you went to because you didn't have the balls to be a true leader and win a ring as an alpha male.