Inspired by that post asking which is more likely a top 40 song or being a nba all star.

Basically what I’m asking is, are players like MJ, Magic, Lebron, Shaq, etc more iconic than rappers like Jay, Wayne, Nas, Drake etc

apples and oranges

Always thought this was a stupid ass phrase because apples and oranges can both be compared cause they are fruits

top p***stars

The top basketball players are more universally recognized. People from undeveloped countries who have never/barely watched basketball know who Michael Jordan is

people know michael jordan all around the world

But at the same time I could argue they know figures like Eminem or Snoop too

it can go either way

True but Eminem is also world renowned

I betcha just as much if not more people worldwide know who Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Tupac, and 50 Cent are than Michael Jordan.

Basketball isn't as huge as you think.

the whole world knew who kobe was, a legend

basketball players are more iconic ngl. when rappers go on world tours its not everywhere in the world uk. but rappers are very iconic as well

true

Rappers compare themselves to the ball player greats, never the other way around

Master P did both and he one of the most iconic OAT

whos the top p***star rn

Plus music is more universal whereas basketball even tho it’s still growing is very much a domestic sport still

Idk but soccer players seem to be more famous.

this is true too but im guessing not in the us

rappers

basketball only big in USA

it’s growing fast tho

but then again who cares about anywhere else

basketball, MJ and Steph are bigger than any rapper