Amidst NBA playoff season, there's a lot of talk about the "greats" in the sport. There are many wildly talented players in the league -- Steph being one of my favorites -- but even so, I still believe Lebron is the obvious pick for the current best player. Here's why:

1. He's an all-around superstar

The man's not selfish. Every move he makes is for his team. He's a point forward, a play maker, and a leader. Any team he goes to immediately becomes an NBA final contender. His 2016 game average was 25.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 6.8 assists.

2. He's consistent

The only season Lebron averaged less than 25 points per game was his rookie season. In all of his seasons except his first, he's averaged at least six assists and six rebounds per game. Not to mention, he is currently the only player in NBA history to to reach the NBA finals five consecutive seasons.

3. He makes his team better

Lebron plays the small forward position, but at a huge 6-foot-8, he is often used as the team's point guard. He's a leader across the spectrum in both offensive and defensive positions. In 2015, Lebron carried a team plagued by injuries to accomplish two wins against the Warriors, who are arguably one of the greatest teams in NBA history. This alone is proof Lebron can make any team a contender.

4. He is defensively sound

Although at first glance Lebron's defensive statistics may not be mind-blowing, he is reliable on the on the defensive glass and a strong one-on-one defender.

While there are other players to consider when determining the best player in the league, there is no denying that Lebron James is one of the top contenders, and will be for the next few seasons at least.