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Currently, Michael Jordan is involved in a high-profile antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR. But that doesn’t stop some from wanting to jump in and restore the aura of the Chicago Bulls’ dynasty. On Friday, a fan decided to blast the iconic Bulls’ intro music as Jordan made his way into the courtroom, per Jordan Bianchi of […]

Looking at Dwyane Wade’s resume, there is no question that he is one of the greatest players in NBA history. Also, he has a deep abiding respect for those who came before and those with whom he played/against whom he competed. That is especially true when it comes to Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Recently, […]

There is no debate about the lasting impact of NBA legend Michael Jordan. Even though he’s been retired for 22 years, his larger-than-life greatness continues to be felt by many in various fields. Commercially, the Jordan Brand remains very popular. But even years before that, he made Nike a cultural phenomenon with his Air Jordans, […]

While Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reached a historic feat shared with Michael Jordan, Paul Pierce drew a strong comparison between the league’s reigning MVP and the Hall of Fame guard. Following the Thunder’s 123-115 win against the Portland Blazers, Gilgeous-Alexander reached his 93rd consecutive 20+ point game. He’s surpassed Wilt Chamberlain’s record of […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander encourages NBA opponents’ best effort, which only makes him better, he said, after beating the Minnesota Timberwolves and reaching a feat in the same breath as Hall of Fame guard Michael Jordan. Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 40 points in a 113-105 win on Wednesday. He also extended his streak of […]

The world of athlete endorsements has shifted from simple logo placements to sprawling business partnerships that redefine what it means to be a global superstar. Look at the deals struck by LeBron James, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Michael Jordan, Kevin Durant, and Derrick Rose. These agreements are no longer just contracts. They are economic ecosystems, […]

The first three-peat by the Chicago Bulls wouldn’t be complete without Horace Grant. His defensive prowess and effective rebounding made him one of the most adored players in franchise history.  From 1991-1993, Grant was in the mix of the beginning of one of the greatest dynasties in sports history. In 1994, Grant left Chicago to join […]

Stephen Curry joined Michael Jordan in an exclusive scoring club following the Golden State Warriors’ matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. In 36 minutes of action, Curry finished with a stat line of 49 points, four rebounds, two assists, and two steals. He shot 16-of-26 from the field, including 9-of-17 from beyond […]

As the Chicago Bulls continue to struggle, some have looked to their past for inspiration. Now, one former Bulls player and current ambassador seeks a reunion between himself, Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, coach Phil Jackson, and his title-winning teammates, according to an interview with esportsbets. When asked about the possibility, Randy Brown spoke in full. […]

The Indiana Pacers were just one win away from being crowned NBA champions last season. They put everything on the line to get to where they did, and that included pushing Tyrese Haliburton past his breaking point. Unfortunately, the All-Star point guard tore his Achilles tendon in Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The […]

Lately, LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith haven’t been on the best of terms. The Lakers legend and the outspoken media personality continue to take jabs at one another. On Tuesday, Smith continued their feud by weighing in on the Lakers’ current state and what that means for James’ GOAT prospects, per The Ball in […]

It took a little while, but Cade Cunningham is now enjoying winning basketball with the Detroit Pistons. No one in the NBA feels more deserving of this fortune change considering how Cunningham toiled in the trenches for the Pistons to start the 2020s. Now, Cunningham is playing as if this excellent play can be taken […]

When the Chicago Bulls traded Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey straight up prior to the start of the 2024-25 season, they were clowned. Little did everyone know at the time that the Bulls would provide the exact ecosystem Giddey needed to be in to thrive. Giddey is making his case for an All-Star nod this […]

During his playing days, Shaquille O’Neal was undoubtedly a phenomenon most players could be forgiven for being wary of. His combination of size, skill, and raw drive may never be recreated in the NBA, even if his persona has changed drastically since then. However, former New York Knicks star Charles Oakley believes Shaq’s brutality may […]

As the Golden State Warriors lost to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday night, 120-110, it came without the opponent having star Giannis Antetokounmpo. While some could consider that the Warriors have dominated with players such as Jimmy Butler and Stephen Curry, among others, there’s no denying that the conversation around load management is present. Recently, […]

Few superstars suit up for all 82 games in a season these days. Michael Jordan did it nine times in his all-time great, 15-year NBA career and played less than 70 in only three campaigns. The six-time NBA Finals MVP’s obsession with competition and his willingness to perform for the paying fans has helped form […]

Though he’s barely played 100 games at the NBA level, it’s clear the San Antonio Spurs have a generational talent in Victor Wembanyama. A do-it-all two-way force who can handle the ball, shoot, score, and defend at a very high level, Wembanyama is a two-time blocking champ, the 2024 Rookie of the Year, and an […]

The Chicago Bulls started off the season on a high note. On Wednesday, they upset the Detroit Pistons for a 115-111 victory at the United Center. While their veteran center, Nikola Vucevic, led the charge toward victory, Matas Buzelis was his second-in-command. Altogether, Buzelis finished the game with 21 points, six rebounds, and three assists […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder began their NBA Championship defense in the 2025-26 regular season with two consecutive double-overtime games. But thanks to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder are coming out of it with a 2-0 record. Gilgeous-Alexander recorded a new career-high 55 points in the Thunder’s 141-135 win over the Indiana Pacers. The 2024-25 MVP and […]

The NBA world will be able to see Michael Jordan on their television screens as part of his NBC segment, MJ: Insights to Excellence. In the first installment of the segment, Jordan shared a story about renting a house during the Ryder Cup, and the owner asking him to shoot a free throw. Of course, […]

The debut of the new NBA on NBC commenced on Tuesday for the NBA’s opening night. Plus, the addition of Michael Jordan as a contributor was something fans had been eagerly anticipating. However, Jordan’s debut appearance was met with some confusion. For instance, Bill Simmons said Jordan’s interview with Mike Tirico lacked any excitement, though […]

Michael Jordan’s long-awaited return to television has fans tuning in again, even if they’re not sure why. The six-time NBA champion made his debut on NBA on NBC during a halftime feature titled “MJ: Insights to Excellence,” where Jordan sat down with Mike Tirico to reflect on life after basketball, Heavy reports. “The most valuable […]

On NBA Opening Night, Lakers phenom Luka Doncic squelched any worries about a potential groin injury against the Golden State Warriors. Though the Lakers lost 119-109, there was no stopping Luka. In total, Doncic came away with 43 points as well as 12 rebounds, nine assists, two blocks, and a steal. As a result, he […]

Michael Jordan is not just widely considered the greatest basketball player of all-time. He is also one of the fiercest competitors to ever grace American professional sports, doing everything imaginable to give himself a physical and mental edge over the rest of the league. Some may call his obsession with winning unhealthy or maniacal, but […]

The NBA is back, and it’s only fitting that the one and only Michael Jordan has resurfaced, as it was recently announced that he will be a special contributor for NBC starting this season and will launch an interview series called “MJ: Insights to Excellence.” A part of it was aired during the halftime of […]

It has been a big year for NBC with their NBA coverage, and they will also be getting a series about the Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan titled MJ: Insights to Excellence. The first tease came during NBC’s Sunday Night Football broadcast as the San Francisco 49ers and Atlanta Falcons played. It showed Mike Tirico […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are headed back to the World Series after sweeping the Milwaukee Brewers, and Mookie Betts believes fans are witnessing something truly historic. After completing an NLCS sweep, Betts didn’t hold back when describing Shohei Ohtani’s impact on the team, even comparing him to Michael Jordan. To him, Ohtani isn’t just another […]

For many Chicago Bulls fans, Derrick Rose holds a special place in their hearts. Much of that is rooted in the reimagination of what he could have been if injuries hadn’t eaten him alive. Sometimes, Rose is mentioned alongside Michael Jordan. Recently, Chicago-based rapper G Herbo made the case that Rose was more popular than […]

Kay Adams might have just given fans the first real glimpse into what Michael Jordan will actually do on NBC’s long-awaited return to NBA coverage. During her “Up and Adams” show Thursday morning, the host spoke with NBC’s Cris Collinsworth, who accidentally let a few details slip about how the six-time NBA champion will be […]

It will be a while before anyone can say with certainty that Victor Wembanayama is one of the greatest players ever. However, he continues to show flashes of potential and has many years ahead of him. In the meantime, Wembanayama decided to join in the favorite tradition of every basketball fanatic, putting together their all-time […]

Of all the iconic sneakers NBA GOAT Michael Jordan wore throughout his playing career with the Chicago Bulls, none stand out quite like the Air Jordan 11 and the continued hype surrounding the shoe since its original release in 1995. In celebrating the sneaker’s 30th anniversary, Nike and Air Jordan are preparing to debut a […]

The Chicago Bulls’ dynasty in the 1990s was among the greatest displays of dominance in the history of team sports. Led by Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, there were other Chicago legends that contributed in huge ways to the story of this franchise. So who are the greatest Bulls players ever? Let’s rank them 1 […]

LaVar Ball is well-known for his ambitious takes that have in the past firmly been beyond the realm of belief. From his take on Lonzo Ball potentially being better than Stephen Curry, to advocating for billion-dollar shoe deals for all three of his sons, to his claim of being good enough at basketball to beat […]

Indeed, emotions are running high for the Chicago Cubs as they take on the San Diego Padres in the NL Wild Card series. As a result, the Cubs are looking to lean on omens to keep them focused on the task at hand. Before the start of Game 1 on Tuesday, Cubs slugger Kyle Tucker […]

Anthony Edwards opened Minnesota Timberwolves Media Day with a story about the influence of Hall of Famer Michael Jordan as he prepares for his sixth NBA season. The 23-year-old guard said Monday that the Chicago Bulls legend offered him a lesson about post play. “I think the best tip that he gave me is, most […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg was in Dallas on Monday for Dallas Mavericks’ Media Day, but he spent the weekend at the Ryder Cup watching Team USA and Team Europe go head-to-head. The Dallas Mavericks rookie is a big fan of golf and basketball — two things that came together over the weekend. An image went […]

The Dallas Mavericks are about to get ready to rev things up for the NBA season, but there’s still time for them to go out and enjoy themselves. That’s what Cooper Flagg was caught doing as he was present at the Ryder Cup, and he ended up running into one of the best to play […]

The 45th Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black has been billed as one of the biggest golf events in history. They have a guest list to prove it, with US President Donald Trump making his arrival on Friday afternoon. But before he showed up, an NBA legend graced the grounds. As Team USA slipped to start […]

Only a select few thousand were able to attend Michael Jordan’s last game with the Chicago Bulls, and acclaimed actor Leonardo DiCaprio was one of them. Appearing on Jason and Travis Kelce’s New Heights podcast, DiCaprio and Benicio del Toro recalled their favorite sports games they attended. “I got to be there for Michael Jordan’s […]