“Michael Jordan Was Much Cooler Than LeBron James In Space Jam”: Skip Bayless Explains Why Space Jam 2 Isn’t As Fun As Its Prequel

Skip Bayless explains why he thinks Michael Jordan’s original Space Jam is so much better than LeBron James’ Space Jam 2.

Since the rumors of James lebron starring in the Space Jam sequel were believed to be true, the hype surrounding this film immediately began. And finally on July 16, James’ “Space Jam: a new legacy”Hit cinemas, in most parts of the world.

Despite a star cast featuring big names like LeBron James, Don Cheadle, Zendaya, Anthony Davis and many more, the highly anticipated film did not perform as well as imagined. The film only has an IMDB rating of 4.2 / 10 while only getting a 32% rating on Rotten Tomatoes (38% on weekends).

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Skip Bayless explains why Michael Jordan’s Space Jam was so much better than LeBron James’ Space Jam 2

LeBron James hater and sports analyst Ignore Bayless channeled his inner film critic after watching LBJ’s film. Bayless hated the movie even before it was released. After finally watching the movie, Bayless chooses the original 1996 Space Jam with Michael jordan being “so much better” than the all new Space Jam 2. Skip explained the difference between the two films:

“Here’s what made the original ‘Space Jam’ so much better than the new too-long mega-budget contender: MJ was so much better (cooler, funnier) at playing himself than LeBron does.” himself. LBJ tries too hard to ACT. Too often it seems unconvincing and uncomfortable.

Here’s what made the original “Space Jam” so much better than the new too-long mega-budget contender: MJ was so much better (cooler, funnier) at playing himself than LeBron is at playing. himself. LBJ tries too hard to ACT. Too often it is unconvincing and uncomfortable.

– Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) July 20, 2021

Being one of the best players of all time, LeBron James has been compared to the great Michael Jordan, on and off the pitch. Throughout King James’ career he has achieved accolades that can actually help him in a case in the famous GOAT debate. However, when it comes to the movies, it’s clear His Airness’ Space Jam was a much bigger hit and got better fan reactions.

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People, including Skip Bayless, criticized and judged the film too harsh, regardless of who the film’s primary target audience is – children.

Although the film received poor ratings, it surely enjoyed box office success. After being projected to raise around $ 20 million, it raised $ 31.7 million in North America, eclipsing Black Widow ($ 26.3 million) as the biggest pandemic opening for Warner Bros.