In a 2013 appearance on the Dan Patrick Show, NBA legend Karl Malone named his all-time starting five, controversially omitting Michael Jordan, despite Jordan's status as one of the greatest players in basketball history. Malone's lineup features John Stockton at point guard, who holds the NBA records for career assists and steals. For shooting guard, he selected Oscar Robertson, a versatile player known for being the first to average a triple-double in a season. Small forward went to Scottie Pippen, whose selection over Jordan raised eyebrows, though Malone justified it by citing Pippen's success during Jordan's brief retirement. LeBron James was named power forward, reflecting Malone's admiration for James' skills during his peak years with the Miami Heat. Finally, Wilt Chamberlain was chosen as center, recognized for his incredible scoring and rebounding averages, including a legendary 100-point game. Malone's choices sparked discussions about the criteria for greatness in the NBA, particularly regarding the exclusion of Jordan.