After all, it helped Jordan reach GOAT status in the eyes of the majority of the NBA community. No one challenged MJ’s GOAT status until LeBron James slowly started closing the gap. Many ex-NBA players have spoken out against James’ case, and the list now features MJ’s Bulls teammate, Scottie Pippen. MORE SCOTTIE PIPPEN STORIES“Why shouldn’t Scottie not claim he is the GOAT? Most Jordan fans use his six NBA Championships as a counter to any GOAT argument presented by LBJ fans.