Who are the most famous basketball players of the modern era?

Since the 1990s, the popularity of basketball has skyrocketed globally. This has allowed players from various countries to become international icons. The modern era of the NBA is marked by some of the greatest players of all time, who have set records and have made history on and off the court.

One of the most famous basketball players of modern era is Michael Jordan, considered by many as the greatest basketball player of all time. His contributions on the court led him to six NBA championships, five MVP awards, and ten scoring titles among other great achievements.

Another iconic player is Kobe Bryant, who played for the Los Angeles Lakers. He is widely regarded as one of the best shooting guards in NBA history. Kobe won five NBA championships, two Olympic gold medals, and four All-Star game MVP awards.

Other popular modern-era players include LeBron James, who has won four championships with three different teams, and Shaquille O'Neal, who is considered one of the most dominant centers in the history of the NBA with four NBA championships to his name.