(3) Scottie Pippen vs. Charles Barkley
BEEF VOTE: Charles Barkley vs. Scottie Pippen OR Lauren Jackson vs. Lisa Leslie
Which beef is best?
Beef Breakdown: The duo went from acquaintances to teammates down in Houston where they did a little ring chasing together. However, at this point they were both a bit past their prime. Some would say old, maybe disgruntled, but any name calling I do will pale in comparison to what they were saying about each other.
Best Known For: This is one of the most classic episodes by insults alone. Getting to call someone a “sorry fat butt” is a life goal of mine thanks to Pippen.
(6) Lisa Leslie vs. Lauren Jackson
Beef Breakdown: Leslie and Jackson’s rivalry included dirty play, open feuding, and some good, old-fashioned gritty basketball. But it also included one extremely weird incident. In the 2000 Olympic gold medal game, Jackson swung her arm in a strange way that removed Leslie’s ponytail extension from the back of her head. While the beef had more important moments, that bizarre one generated the most conversation and controversy. So ... was it intentional? Jackson and Leslie have never agreed on this topic, so we’ve gotta investigate.
Best Known For: That yanking of hair! Who does that? Someone with beef, that’s who.
Matchup Prediction: Don’t be surprised by an upset here. While Pippen and Barkley are legendary figures, the beef between Leslie and Jackson is some of the most entertaining this series has ever seen.
Relive each episode and let us know below which beef is best. Voting is open through March 31, then round two will begin on April 1.
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