... is probably why he'll never actually be topped. He could jump around or over any player from any spot on the court. If he was taking a shot with less than two minutes left, it was guaranteed to go in, regardless of where he was shooting from or how many people were guarding him. His half-court dunk to beat the Monstars was totally real. Etc. Etc. Etc.

He's Babe Ruth. A large group of people will always swear on all that is precious and holy to them that he is greater than anyone who has ever lived and will never be surpassed. Old heads who saw him play. Old heads whose old head parents and grandparents told them of his legendary feats of basketball prowess. Youngsters who feel cooler saying that the current thing can't possibly touch the old thing. Etc. Etc. Etc.