Here are some NBA matchups. Old School vs. New School
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LeBron James is often called "the next Michael Jordan"
with his similar style of play.
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The Pistons' Richard Hamilton has the same playing style
of former Pacers great Reggie Miller.
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Leaping ability is at the top of the list of comparisons
between Shawn Marion and Dominique Wilkins.
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An uncanny ability to find open players on the floor is what
many people see in Steve Nash and Magic Johnson.
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Ben Wallace has been dominating on the defensive end
much like Bill Russell, who won 11 NBA titles.
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There is possibly no player more imposing these days then Shaquille
O'Neal, but back in the day, that player was Wilt Chamberlain.
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Being tall and having one of the sweetest strokes in the
league, makes Dallas' Dirk Nowitzki and former Celtic Larry
Bird easy to compare.
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Though not as outspoken as Sir Charles Barkley,
Elton Brand has similar dominating features to the star.
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Dwyane Wade and his high-flying reckless play wins
the hearts of fans and teammates much like ex-Blazer
Clyde "the Glyde" Drexler.