During his visit to New Delhi for the BUDX NBA House 2026, Isiah Thomas, a two-time NBA champion and Hall of Famer, endorsed LeBron James as the greatest basketball player of all time. Thomas praised James for his longevity and record-setting performance over two decades, stating, “How can you not say he’s the best to ever do it when he holds every single record?” He also stressed the significance of grassroots development in Indian basketball, advocating for better coaching and access to facilities as essential for nurturing future talent. Thomas expressed excitement about interacting with young fans at the event, which features former NBA stars and entertainment acts. He also shared insights on the current NBA title race, naming the Oklahoma City Thunder as favorites and praising emerging talents like Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs and Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons.