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Nike is the biggest athletics brand right now on the global market, and there is no denying that it is thanks in large part to the great Michael Jordan. Nike was just an up-and-coming brand when they signed Jordan in the 1980s, and he almost single-handedly carried the brand to the top of the sneaker […]

To this day, Michael Jordan’s heroic performance in the “Flu Game” stands as one of the most iconic displays of sheer physical and mental fortitude in all of basketball. But as far as his former Chicago Bulls teammate and Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is concerned, instances like that will no longer happen […]

Episodes 5 and 6 of “The Last Dance” seem to prove that this docu-series just keeps getting better and better. The same appears to hold true for next week’s episodes, as they are slated to feature one of the ugliest manifestations of Michael Jordan’s unmatched competitive spirit — that moment that he punched Steve Kerr […]

If you did not think that Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan was one of the most competitive guys in the planet after watching the first half of “The Last Dance” docu-series, then you probably weren’t watching it right. Jordan was so competitive that he went all out even during practice, so much so that one […]

One of the most intriguing bits in the latest episodes of “The Last Dance” was how Michael Jordan opened up about the pressure he has to endure as the best player in the world. According to the Chicago Bulls legend, this is one of the aspects of his popularity that he has certainly struggled with. […]

To this day, most NBA fans believe that Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls should have won even more titles had MJ not decided to surprisingly retire following the 1993 season. There are plenty of conspiracy theories surrounding his shock announcement, but Jordan’s recent revelations in episode 6 of “The Last Dance” documentary may have factored […]

If there’s one thing fans have learned about Michael Jordan from ESPN’s “The Last Dance,” it’s that his competitive nature is second to none. This was once again on full display during Episodes 5 and 6, as Jordan admitted to taking offense when being compared to the great Clyde Drexler. "I'm not saying [Clyde] wasn't […]

The whole basketball world was once again captivated by Episodes 5 and 6 of ESPN’s “The Last Dance.” This included some of the biggest (and not so big) NBA stars, who themselves could not help but take to social media to share their reactions to the latest episodes of the 10-part docu-series. Episode 5 centered […]

Charles Barkley is just one of the many Hall of Famers denied a chance of an NBA title by the ’90s Chicago Bulls team led by Michael Jordan. His best shot at the title came in the 1992-93 season when the 6-foot-6 forward led the Phoenix Suns to the Finals. In an appearance on Episode […]

In Episode 6 of “The Last Dance,” Michael Jordan admitted that he was upset after losing the 1993 Most Valuable Player award to Charles Barkley. Jordan’s Chicago Bulls and Barkley’s Phoenix Suns faced in the 1993 NBA Finals. Ahead of their matchup, Barkley was crowned league MVP — which Jordan took personally. “I was a […]

The road to the Chicago Bulls’ first three-peat was not a walk in the park. The more they won, the more the target on their backs got bigger. In the Eastern Conference, Patrick Ewing and the New York Knicks were the top favorites to prevent Michael Jordan from getting his third ring, and in Episode […]

It’s never wise to add more fuel to Michael Jordan’s already competitive nature. In the latest episode of “The Last Dance” aired on Sunday, His Airness revealed that he made it his point to outclass Phoenix Suns guard Dan Majerle out of spite for then Chicago Bulls’ GM Jerry Krause. Majerle had the unfortunate task […]

Michael Jordan might not like Isiah Thomas, but he respects his talent as a basketball player. Jordan called Thomas the second-best point guard in NBA history behind Magic Johnson during Episode 5 of ESPN’s Chicago Bulls docu-series, “The Last Dance:” “I respect Isiah Thomas’ talent. To me the best point guard of all-time is Magic […]

Episode 5 of the popular documentary The Last Dance aired on Sunday. Often focusing on Michael Jordan’s relationship with the late Kobe Bryant, the episode gave fans some of the best moments of the series so far. Bryant and Jordan are two of the best players to ever step foot on an NBA court, and […]

Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant had one of the best turn-around jumpers in NBA history, and he got it from his “big brother,” Michael Jordan. Bryant played a prominent role in Episode 5 of ESPN’s docu-series, “The Last Dance,” on Sunday night. The episode dove into Kobe’s relationship with Jordan, who became a mentor […]

Basketball fans received some insight into the relationship between Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan in Episode 5 of ESPN’s Chicago Bulls docu-series, “The Last Dance.” The episode details Jordan’s role as a mentor and “big brother” to Kobe, who was emerging as one of the bright young stars in the NBA […]

NBA rising stars Zion Williamson and Jayson Tatum are both featured in Gatorade’s recent “Be Like Mike” commercial — an updated version of the famous ad that originally aired in 1992. We wanted to #BeLikeMike then.We want to #BeLikeMike now.We want to #BeLikeMike forever.⚡️@ZionWilliamson @De11eDonne @JayTatum0 pic.twitter.com/QzVtVam83N — Gatorade (@Gatorade) May 3, 2020 The original […]

Former NBA star and current Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway knows that when it comes to Michael Jordan, it is always no holds barred. Hardaway recently detailed Jordan’s competitiveness, saying that the NBA legend is always out to prove he is the best in whatever he does (via Jason Munz of Memphis Commercial Appeal): “Michael definitely […]

Golden State Warriors head coach and former Chicago Bulls guard Steve Kerr did not succumb to the pressure in the final seconds of Game 6 of the 1997 NBA Finals. The Bulls and Utah Jazz were knotted at 86 apiece in the final minute when Chicago called timeout. Everyone in the building knew Michael Jordan […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend and Hall of Fame point guard Magic Johnson is encouraging fans of the Purple and Gold to tune in to tonight’s episode of ESPN’s Chicago Bulls docu-series, “The Last Dance.” The episode will heavily feature the late Kobe Bryant, and Johnson said Kobe’s cameos and interviews will “mean a lot” to […]

Including this Sunday night, there are six more episodes of “The Last Dance” set to air on ESPN airwaves over the next three weeks — with the final two set to drop on May 17. But director Jason Hehir says his epic docuseries isn’t quite completed yet. Via Arash Markazi of Los Angeles Times: Hehir believed […]

“The Last Dance” director Jason Hehir has been in-demand of late because of his tremendous work on the epic ESPN docuseries about Michael Jordan and his Chicago Bulls. Recently, the 43-year-old Newton, Massachusetts native opened up about Jordan’s relationship with Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. According to Hehir, he himself did not realize that […]

Former All-Star Mark Jackson spent a good part of his career with the Indiana Pacers. In fact, he was a key member of the 1997-98 team that advanced to Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals. He most recently opened up about how he thought his Pacers matched up against Michael Jordan and the Chicago […]

Spencer Dinwiddie certainly isn’t afraid to speak his mind. Recently, the Brooklyn Nets guard spewed out a pretty hot take on the NBA GOAT debate. Dinwiddie argued that Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is the greatest basketball player of all time, and not Michael Jordan whom many perceive as the undisputed GOAT. In his […]

NBA socials went into a frenzy when reports about Michael Jordan turning down a massive payday for a two-hour appearance surfaced a couple of days ago. According to Jordan’s agent, David Falk, he approached the Hall of Famer with the $100 million deal to announce the endorsement. In the end, Jordan didn’t think the deal […]

Back in Game 1 of the 1992 NBA Finals, Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan famously silenced anybody who thought Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Clyde Drexler was his equal. Jordan improbably drained six threes in the first half—still tied for a Finals record—and followed the final triple up with an iconic glance and shrug towards […]

Episode 5 of ESPN’s “The Last Dance” will include a segment on the 1998 NBA All Star Game featuring a young Kobe Bryant memorably dueling with his idol, Michael Jordan. According to Magic Johnson, that famous matchup at Madison Square Garden began a profound relationship between the two, which Jordan movingly discussed in his eulogy […]

Much like any other NBA team, the Indiana Pacers have also had their fair share of dark times in their history. There have been some ups, but certainly a good number of down moments as well. Below we highlight five of the most heartbreaking moments in the history of the Indiana Pacers. MJ a member […]

Here is something to get very excited about: Episode 5 of ESPN’s “The Last Dance” docu-series will heavily feature none other than Los Angeles Lakers legend and NBA icon Kobe Bryant. This is according to Arash Markazi of The Los Angeles Times: “Episode 5 is dedicated to Kobe Bryant. His interview was filmed at his […]

In Episode 4 of “The Last Dance,” Michael Jordan recounted how he first welcomed Phil Jackson as his new coach. The Chicago Bulls had parted ways with Doug Collins, a coach Jordan liked, to bring in Jackson, who had a very different philosophy. Jordan loved Collins and the trust the young coach had in him, […]

Nike is without a doubt the biggest athletics brand in the world today, and they have Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan to thank for giving them a much-needed boost during the 80s. As it turns out, Jordan’s agent, David Falk, played a pivotal role in how his client’s marriage with Nike started, and how this […]

There’s no denying that Michael Jordan and his Chicago Bulls are the talk of the town these days. This is thanks in large part to ESPN’s amazing docuseries, “The Last Dance.” As to be expected, MJ memorabilia have likewise had a sharp increase in value. Case in point is Jordan’s basketball cards. As reported by […]

A $100M payday is indeed considered life-changing money for most people. But if you’re worth $2.1 billion like basketball icon Michael Jordan, you have the luxury of turning down such lucrative opportunities. In an appearance on WFAN’s Boomer and Gio radio program on Sunday, MJ’s agent David Falk shared how Michael Jordan once said no […]

Sports documentary “The Last Dance” — which highlights Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls’ journey to their sixth title — becomes  Netflix’s most in-demand documentary worldwide. As reported by Lucas Shaw of Bloomberg, “The Last Dance” has overtaken “Tiger King” and is now the most in-demand documentary on the planet. The study was made by […]

Watching Michael Jordan in his full glory in “The Last Dance” documentary series has stirred up some treasured memories for Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley. Appearing on the newest episode of the “Drive & Dish” podcast along with Jazz teammate Georges Niang, Conley recalled the first time he met His Airness. Per the 32-year-old facilitator, […]

When Michael Jordan gave Will Perdue the nickname of “Will Vanderbilt,” the big man was initially hurt and embarrassed by it. To recall, Jordan didn’t think Perdue was good, so he started calling him “Will Vanderbilt” since Perdue went to college at Vanderbilt. MJ didn’t think the center deserved to be named after a Big […]

Back in 1998, “The Last Dance” was in the fetal stages of production as producer Andy Thompson and a young Adam Silver of NBA Entertainment took on filming the Chicago Bulls for an all-access season. James Stern co-directed a parallel tale about the Bulls’ success in “Michael Jordan to the Max,” an IMAX film that […]

Reggie Miller had no problems answering a very sensitive topic regarding The Dream Team that took the 1992 Barcelona Olympics by storm. During an interview with Dan Patrick on The Dan Patrick Show, Miller outright agreed that Bulls legend Michael Jordan was culpable for Isiah Thomas being snubbed from the roster. Patrick: Do you think […]

The fame surrounding Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls back in their heyday often forced his teammates to take some odd routes to keep themselves safe and away from the prying attention. Pseudonyms were a popular and useful way to remain incognito amid the Jordan hype. Will Perdue says he went by “Cosmo Kramer,” of […]