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2 sats \ 4 replies \ @Undisciplined 28 May \ on: Never Ending Debate — Baseball Players vs Football Players Stacker_Sports

There was a big discussion about NBA vs NFL a couple of years ago. I found the pro NBA argument pretty compelling.

I think the best general athletes are probably elite NBA players.

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51 sats \ 3 replies \ @Contra_ OP 28 May

sure. let’s throw them in also. make your case!

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2 sats \ 2 replies \ @Undisciplined 28 May

NBA players combine explosive speed and jumping with stamina and agility. The game requires both strength and finesse. Plus, they’re the tallest, which is typically an advantage.

There’s also a selection argument that because they have the highest salaries they attract the best athletes.

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48 sats \ 1 reply \ @Contra_ OP 28 May

I’d say height isn’t always an advantage in other sports. the taller the less coordinated, generally.

they’ do get paid a lot.

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2 sats \ 0 replies \ @Undisciplined 28 May

Even when height specifically isn’t an advantage, length and reach almost always are.

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