"He can't beat his own demons" - MMA world reacts as fan questions if Jon Jones can leave behind LeBron James-like legacy

Jon Jones has a career riddled with both awe-inspiring victories and self-inflicted setbacks. This complex history sparked a debate among fans on whether Jones could have achieved a "LeBron James-like" legacy.

Jones captured the UFC light heavyweight title at just 23, becoming the youngest champion in the organization's history. However, his reign outside the Octagon has been as turbulent as his fighting style. From legal issues to out-of-competition controversies, Jones has often been his own worst enemy.

This troubled past recently ignited a conversation on social media. One fan lamented:

"Imagine the UFC having an athlete like LeBron, constantly elite for decades."

Another replied:

"The saddest part is, we could've had one (in Jones) if he wasn't his own worst enemy."

However, another fan offered a unique perspective:

“That's what makes him great. He can't beat his own demons”

Another fan pointed out the lost opportunities:

“Bro was sponsored by giants like UFC, Gatorade, and Nike, and he threw it all away."

This sums up the frustration many feel, believing Jones squandered a chance at unmatched greatness.

Check out some of the fan reactions below:

Fans react to Jon Jones attaining LeBron James-like legacy

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Jon Jones loses to Tom Aspinall in a potential fight, claims Michael Bisping

Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping has weighed in on the potential heavyweight clash between Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall.

Aspinall, the current interim heavyweight champion, is set to defend his belt against Curtis Blaydes this weekend at UFC 304.

While Jones has expressed interest in facing Stipe Miocic, Bisping believes Aspinall poses a far greater threat. On a recent episode of the TimboSugar Show with Tim Welch and Sean O'Malley, Bisping declared:

“I think Jon Jones loses to Tom without a shadow of a doubt. But maybe I’m wrong.”

Check out Michael Bisping's comment below (30:31):