Might want to consult the stats on debating who was/is the better rebounder between Magic & LJ. It's extremely close (and you have to remember he played PG practically all his career; it's not the easiest to grab boards when you are usually guarding guys out on the perimeter). Magic was the better shooter as well, shooting over 50% both in season and in the playoffs. He wasn't great from three but he didn't need to be (and the line was further back in those days too).
The biggest difference where I think Magic has the edge though is knowing when to pass and when to shoot. Magic was as good at that as anyone that ever played and, based on watching LJ this last series, he still has issues at times knowing when to look for his shot and when to get his teammates involved.
I will say that LeBron will end up the better player in the history books simply because of longevity and durability. He's already played more legitimate seasons than Magic. He'll probably take down Kareem's scoring record. His ability to be an impact player immediately while everyone else he's compared to went to college for at least a few seasons (and his history of hardly being injured) will make his career numbers when he retires be second to none.
The biggest difference where I think Magic has the edge though is knowing when to pass and when to shoot. Magic was as good at that as anyone that ever played and, based on watching LJ this last series, he still has issues at times knowing when to look for his shot and when to get his teammates involved.
I will say that LeBron will end up the better player in the history books simply because of longevity and durability. He's already played more legitimate seasons than Magic. He'll probably take down Kareem's scoring record. His ability to be an impact player immediately while everyone else he's compared to went to college for at least a few seasons (and his history of hardly being injured) will make his career numbers when he retires be second to none.
