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The legends of lacrosse and basketball share comparable methods in their disciplines.

The National Lacrosse League has been likened to the NHL in appearance and to the NBA in gameplay. The parallels to ice hockey are striking: both sports feature five field players and a goalie, identical playing surface dimensions complete with boards and glass, a penalty box, power plays, penalty kills, on-the-fly player substitutions, and sudden death overtime, among other similarities. These resemblances are clear and undeniable.

The NLL's resemblance to basketball is underscored by its 30-second shot clock and 8-second midfield marker. Similar to basketball, NLL gameplay includes structured plays, pick-and-roll maneuvers, screens, post-up plays, and even lacrosse's equivalent of a dunk. The ubiquitous shot clock ensures fast-paced action, resulting in frequent shots on goal and high scoring rates.

Below, we explore intriguing parallels between the playing styles of the NBA's top players and their counterparts in the premier box lacrosse league worldwide.

Stephen Curry and Josh Byrne exemplify this synergy. Both adept at orchestrating plays from a distance, they use screens or the threat thereof to create openings for long-range scoring attempts. With a combined six league championships and three MVP awards, these legends have refined this strategy over years of excellence.

Due to their robust physiques, physicality, and ability to generate offense effectively by threatening high-percentage shots or passes to open teammates, LeBron James and Dhane Smith exhibit a strikingly similar competitive style. Both superstars aggressively drive to the net, often scoring from close range after overpowering defenders or capitalizing on open pull-up opportunities created by their driving threat.

Luka Doncic and Jeff Teat, two rising stars in their respective sports, showcase remarkable scoring prowess with their creative approaches. Whether navigating heavy traffic or shooting from unconventional angles, these Mavericks and Black Bears stalwarts consistently populate the stat sheet with dazzling scoring feats.

In the realm of post play, Nikola Jokic and Zed Williams exemplify big, versatile athletes capable of a myriad of moves. Whether executing no-look passes like Jokic or pulling off behind-the-back goals like Williams, these Colorado contemporaries demonstrate their creativity and skill each time they touch the ball.

While this article primarily focuses on current comparisons between NBA and NLL players, it's essential to recognize the historical parallels as well. Michael Jordan and John Tavares, revered as the greatest of all time in their respective sports, embody unparalleled tenacity, leadership, and skill. Together, they have amassed 10 championships and eight MVP awards, with Jordan's iconic shots resonating similarly to Tavares' strategic coaching with the Bandits today.