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The unique aspect of James and Curry’s rivalry is not just its length but the depth of competition, having met in the NBA Finals four times. This contrasts sharply with past rivalries, where rival teams often shared mutual dislike. In fact, Bobby Marks countered that the camaraderie shared off the court detracts from the rivalry's intensity. The debate continues on whether emotional animosity is necessary for a rivalry to be categorized as "great."