Two of the original stretch 5's who were both important contributor to deep, championship teams.
Sikma probably has a slight longevity advantage. But who was better overall?
Jack Sikma vs Bill Laimbeer: Who was the better player?
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I believe that Sikma was better offensive player overall, while defensively it's close. That gives Jack clear, but not big advantage in this comparison.
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Sikma is better on offense as he is also a good passing, in addition to peaking higher as a scorer. He is also a solid defenisve anchor, so him overall.
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Laimbeer was the better defensive rebounder, Sikma the quicker and more mobile defender as well as the better passer, shooter, and scorer. Based on legal skills, Sikma is a clear and full level above Laimbeer. Laimbeer does possibly get extra points for getting into opponents heads by being one of the dirtiest players in NBA history; it does help your team sometimes. But it's not enough.
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