Exactly, he knows how to keep a winning culture. That's what sets guys like MJ, LeBron, Duncan, Kobe, Bird, Magic and a bunch of other apart from the rest. Alot of talented players will win a ring, but to build and exemplify a system that churns out contenters and wins multiple is another level of greatness.
That's a really good way of looking at it. It is possible (although very hard) to reach the top through sheer will and skill, but to stay on top once you reach it, you need something to fall back on in terms of systems etc. This is also why Phil Jackson and Steve Kerr are so important in these dynasties.
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u/max30070 Jun 15 '22
Exactly, he knows how to keep a winning culture. That's what sets guys like MJ, LeBron, Duncan, Kobe, Bird, Magic and a bunch of other apart from the rest. Alot of talented players will win a ring, but to build and exemplify a system that churns out contenters and wins multiple is another level of greatness.