Michael Jordan is one of the best flyers the NBA ever saw. The Chicago Bulls legend was defying gravity and hanging in the air for fun. However, even His Airness needed someone to look up to. Likewise, watching NBA legend Julius Erving made Jordan realize his dream. But one of his rivals in the GOAT debate got the better of his childhood idol.

When it comes to the conversation to be the greatest, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is perhaps the most underappreciated player. Despite bags full of accolades, the six-time champ is never in consideration. However, his journey to be the best wasn’t easy. The all-time NBA points leader had to face a prime Dr. J. Despite their countless battles, the pair had to run it back one more time.

Shockingly, Erving and Abdul-Jabbar went face to face years after their retirement. And the Los Angeles Lakers legend showed Michael Jordan how he could still dominate his idol.

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When Erving made his way to the Philadelphia 76ers, fans were anticipating a battle between the two best big men. Likewise, the king of the skyhook and the Doc met in the Finals. While on the Lakers, Abdul-Jabbar won the first two Finals against Erving. However, when Erving got an MVP-worthy player like Moses Malone, he got one back on the all-time points leader.

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The pair ran back it in a one-on-one game years after hanging up their sneakers during the 1992 Clash of the Legends game. And Abdul-Jabbar absolutely dominated the matchup. However, that did not change their energy. Both the NBA legends made the exhibition game a contest of will. At the end of it all, the true winner was basketball.

The former six-time NBA MVP was dominant even after all those years. Abdul-Jabbar prevailed in the matchup and added to his resume against Erving. However, Dr. J had some highlights as he even flew in for a dunk on the Los Angeles Lakers legend.

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Despite their age, their competitive fire never went away. Even in an exhibition game, the duo didn’t leave anything behind. It goes to show no matter what, competition never dies.

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