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The speaker makes a bold comparison: the NBA today shares similarities with WWE wrestling—both heavily rely on star power, scripted storylines, and manufactured drama. While casual fans primarily tune into playoffs featuring big-name stars, the regular season has become a distant, less relevant affair.
The chronic comparison to the golden eras—Jordan’s 90s NBA or WWE's Attitude era—underscores how leagues are living in the past, unable to recreate that magic. The problem, he suggests, is a lack of mentality and passion from current players, who are often content with their hefty paychecks and minimal effort.