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As the dialogue progresses, the focus sharpens on the comparisons amongst generational icons—Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Emphasizing team success, Pippen confidently states his claims to superiority, based on his six championship rings with the Bulls, notwithstanding LeBron’s individual feats and accolades.
The enticing question arises: if tasked with building a winning team from scratch, who would be Pippen's number one draft pick? Surprisingly, he mentions current player Wembanyama, citing his potential in today's game. Yet when pressed about an all-time pick, Pippen acknowledges Jordan, reflecting a foundation of respect and admiration for his longtime teammate.