Is LeBron James a closer?

LeBron James has a perfect record in championship-clinching games. Outside of the Finals, James is still an elite closer. According to another ESPN post, the forward has won 79.8\% of his career “closeout games,” which, once again, is the top mark in NBA history.

Who is the clutchest player in NBA history?

Most Clutch NBA Players of All Time

• Most Clutch NBA Players of All Time. Michael Jordan defined clutch.
• Bottom Line: Robert Horry. Robert Horry won seven rings.
• Bottom Line: Ray Allen.
• Bottom Line: John Havlicek.
• Bottom Line: Stephen Curry.
• Bottom Line: Shaquille O’Neal.
• Bottom Line: James Worthy.
• Bottom Line: Rick Barry.

What is a closer in basketball?

There’s a certain mystique about the Brenda Leigh Johnson’s of the NBA—the closers, that is. Guys who come through in the clutch. Guys who aren’t afraid to take over in the fourth quarter when their teams need them to do so. Guys who relish the opportunity to take the last shot.

Who has LeBron played against in the finals?

2007 Finals: Cavs vs. Spurs.

Who is more clutch LeBron or Kobe?

According to 82games.com since the 2003-2004 season, Kobe Bryant has hit 14 game winning shots while LeBron has hit 17. LeBron’s 17 leads the pack while Kobe’s 14 is fourth. And the numbers state LeBron has been more clutch over the past 4.5 seasons. Yet, Kobe maintains the overall notoriety for game winners.

What does closer mean in baseball?

relief pitcher
A closer is often considered the best relief pitcher that a club has in its bullpen. Closers are most often deployed for the final inning of a game when a narrow lead — three runs or less — needs to be protected.