Many wonder why Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is often placed in a tier just below Michael Jordan and LeBron James in the GOAT discussion. Despite his remarkable career, he's frequently positioned as a "tier 1.5" legend, separate from the top two. This consensus exists even though Kareem surpasses Jordan in career longevity and holds more accolades than LeBron. The prevailing view places him as the undisputed third, solidifying the two-man debate between MJ and LeBron. KareemAbdulJabbar MichaelJordan LeBronJames NBA GOATDebate