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LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan argument lands man in jail after assaulting roommate

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James Dator
James Dator has been covering a wide range of sports for SB Nation for over a decade, with a special focus on the NFL.

The next time you argue with someone over who’s better: LeBron or MJ, you better be sure you know that person well. This very discussion led to an assault and a stint in jail for one man in State College, PA.

Police were called to an apartment shortly before 4 a.m. Saturday morning where they charged 22-year-old Daniel Mondelice with aggravated assault, terroristic threats and simple assault. All three stemmed from the time-tested and eternally-weary argument over who’s the better NBA star.

It’s time to move on, basketball fans. We’ll never get this one settled and the argument is turning violent. Regardless of who you like better let’s all agree that God Shammgod had the NBA’s best name. That’s something we can all get behind.

h/t The Daily Collegian

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