NBA: Comparing The League’s Stars To Characters From “The Wire”

We compared a handful of NBA players to characters from the best TV of the 21st century, “The Wire”

The Wire is arguably the best TV show of the 21st century. To have fun with one of the most influential works of art and the NBA, the best sports league in America, we decided to draw comparisons from some of the most memorable characters of “The Wire” to some of the most popular NBA players.

From LeBron James to Chris Paul to Stephen Curry – you’d be surprised that there are actually more parallels than you would expect between “The Wire,” a TV show, and the NBA.

Here are 11 character comparisons that can be drawn from some of the more recent basketball history, whether it be the arrival of the “Big Three” in Miami, a couple of superstars getting caught by Father Time, the emergence of some new names in the NBA and a handful of players that are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done – even if it comes in a failing effort.

“The Wire” and the NBA, like you’ve probably never seen it before. Even if you aren’t a fan of the television show, you’ll be able to enjoy.

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