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MENU To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we’re happy to send you some reminders Click ‘OK’ then ‘Allow’ to enable notifications Not now OK WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years Updated 14:13 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Published 14:14 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years His first meeting with Michael Jordan was a memorable one. Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Michael Jordan’s competitive mindset is one of the reasons he is regarded by many as basketball’s GOAT. Jordan won six NBA titles and five MVP awards as part of a glittering career at the top level. But his fire to succeed and drive consistently higher standards led to fall outs too, including with his teammates. ADVERT While younger fans got to witness that competitive edge in the Netflix series ‘The Last Dance’, WWE legend Mark Henry had his own disagreement with Jordan back at the 1992 Olympics. The pair were both representing Team USA in Barcelona, but Henry claims Jordan ‘disrespected’ him when they met in the basketball team’s hotel. “During that time, I went to the hotel just because I wanted to see people that I knew,” Henry told Chip Brown of 247Sports. ADVERT “[Charles] Barkley being one of those people, and David Robinson and Karl Malone. You would think in a perfect world that when somebody walks up on a group of people, they would just greet everybody, “Hey, guys. How you all doing? What’s going on?” and go from there. “Well, when Michael walked up, that wasn’t the case. I guess I seemed out of place. And his response to me was, ‘Who are you?’ And I was like, ‘Who the hell are you?’ And you know, I started to get a little bit angry, because I was not expecting that. “It was like a slap in the face. It’s like someone walking up and just slapping you. I was in shock. I was like this is Michael Jordan. And I’m angry, like, ‘Why? Why? What the hell?’ Michael Jordan played the bulk of his NBA career with the Chicago Bulls. ( Getty) ADVERT “He backed off. ‘Whoa, whoa, wait a minute. My bad. I didn’t want to come across,’ but he did. And, I’m sure that that’s not the only time something like that has ever happened in this world, but it had been a long time since that happened to me, and I wasn’t having no parts of it.” However, Henry did say that Jordan apologised and made things right between the pair through VIP passes to the NBA All-Star game. “The thing about it, the one thing about the story that is not told, and I guess could be told here, is he apologised,” added Henry. “A lot of people don’t remember, but the All-Star game was coming up after that and it was in San Antonio. When that came through, he invited me to the All-Star game. ADVERT “He was having his birthday party during the All-Star game. So, his people contacted me and got me a parking pass and VIP. It was all fine and good. It all ended well. It just didn’t start off. And like I said, that’s a blip on the radar.” Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: NBA, Michael Jordan, WWE Alex Chivers Alex Chivers MINIMISE Published 15:48 22 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Michael Jordan named the four NBA players who could beat him in a 1 vs 1 match Michael Jordan is regarded as one of the GOATs of the NBA. Marcus Chan Marcus Chan NBA great Michael Jordan did not hesitate when naming the four players who could potentially get the better of him in a 1 vs 1 match. Over the years, Jordan has often been regarded as one of the greatest of all time in the world of basketball. The 61-year-old played for Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards during his career, winning the NBA championship on six occasions and was also named the NBA Finals MVP six times. ADVERT Jordan was also named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player five times. Since retiring from the sport back in 2003, Jordan continued to be one of the biggest names in basketball thanks to his work with Nike. Image Getty Despite being one of the GOATs of the sporting world, Jordan has previously named four players who could have got the better of him in a 1 vs 1 match due to their style of play. ADVERT As per Fadeaway World and Jumpmanhistory, Jordan said when asked about his toughest opponents during his playing days: “The hardest opponent for me to play against? In terms of 1-on-1? Small guys. “[Allen] Iverson, Damon Stoudamire, Rod Strickland. Those little guards like that, it’s tough for me. Muggsy [Bogues]. [John] Starks? No problem with Starks.” Speaking about Allen Iverson in particular, Jordan said: “He could beat me on the perimeter, but I could take him in the post. He’s a heck of a good player. He’s a young talent. He is gonna continue to get better once he learns how to play the game on a much higher scale. “Right now, he’s doing a lot on physical ability. He’s good, he’s quick. That’s a challenge for me to go out to him and his stature. He’s so quick and small. But it’s a challenge. I won’t back away.” ADVERT Image Getty In total, Jordan got his hands on six NBA Championships, six NBA Finals MVPs, five regular season MVPs, and one NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Furthermore, he was an 11x All-NBA, 9x All-Defensive, 14x NBA All-Star, 10x NBA Scoring Champion, and 3x NBA Steals Champion. Featured Image Credit: Cigar Aficionado/Getty Topics: Michael Jordan, NBA, Basketball Marcus Chan Marcus Chan NBA legend Michael Jordan once gave away full year’s salary after being moved by tragic event Published 18:43 9 Oct 2024 GMT+1 NBA legend Michael Jordan once gave away full year’s salary after being moved by tragic event When NBA GOAT Michael Jordan came out of retirement in 2001, he generously gave away his salary to a worthy cause. Ryan Baldi Ryan Baldi As a six-time NBA champion, a five-time MVP and arguably the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan could have earned a handsome salary when he came out of retirement for the second time in 2001. But instead the Chicago Bulls legend decided to give away a year’s pay. Jordan first retired in 1993. The North Carolina native had just led the Bulls to a third successive NBA title, cementing his status as the best player on the planet. After the death of his father, he decided to step away from basketball and try his hand at baseball instead. His bat-swinging career in baseball’s minor leagues was short-lived. He returned to action with the Bulls in 1995 and, between 1996 and ’98, led the Chicago side to another three straight championships before again hanging up his signature sneakers. ADVERT The third – and final – time Jordan was coaxed out of retirement, he joined the Washington Wizards ahead of the 2001-02 NBA season. Jordan was set to earn million of dollars upon his return to NBA action, but instead he decided to give away his first year’s salary with the Wizards in response to a seismic tragedy of the time. “Jordan said he will donate his first year’s salary to the victims of the Sep. 11 terrorist attacks,” a 2001 Washington Post article read. ADVERT According to a CNN report, the Chicago Bulls icon donated $100,000 to the children who lost their parents in the 11 September terrorist attack on the Pentagon. He pledged the rest of his salary to organisations set up to help victims of 9/11. Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal during an NBA fixture. Image: Getty Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal during an NBA fixture. Image: Getty Jordan went on to play for the Wizards for two seasons, averaging 22.9 points per game in his first campaign with the side from the United States’ capital and 20 points per game in his second term. ADVERT He retired – this time for good – in 2003 at the age of 41. Although he was unable to lead the Wizards to the play-offs, his legacy as arguably the greatest basketball player of all time was only enhanced by his performances into his 40s. Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: Michael Jordan, Basketball, Chicago Bulls, NBA Ryan Baldi Ryan Baldi NBA player hints at shock career move to enter the GOAT debate with Michael Jordan Updated 11:34 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Published 11:32 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 NBA player hints at shock career move to enter the GOAT debate with Michael Jordan He wants to top one of Jordan’s more surprising achievements. Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Michael Jordan vs LeBron James is the GOAT debate that might never be settled. But another player wants to join them in the conversation – and he’d have to pull off a huge career shock to do so. Jordan won three consecutive NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls between 1991 and 1993, before suddenly and unexpectedly retiring from basketball ahead of the following season. ADVERT Later claiming physical and mental exhaustion, the superstar swapped basketball for minor league baseball, and went to play for the Birmingham Barons – part of the farm system for the Chicago White Sox. Jordan famously unretired and made the return to the Bulls in 1995, and went on to win three more Championship rings. Now Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has his eye on surpassing Jordan’s multi sports achievements by winning titles in both the NBA and the NFL. ADVERT In his career so far, Edwards has been named an All Star twice and won an Olympic Gold medal at the Paris Games. But an NBA championship still eludes him, and he claims if he does win a ring in the next 3-4 years, he will make the switch to the NFL and try and win a Super Bowl. Speaking as part of ESPN’s Cover Story, Edwards told NFL star wide receiver Justin Jefferson: “I think it’s easy. Football players can’t go play basketball. I told my buddies, I said, ‘If I win a ring in the next 3-4 years, I’m going to play football.” ADVERT A clearly shocked Jefferson responded: “No, you’re not.” Michael Jordan playing baseball Michael Jordan playing baseball Jefferson is the face of the Minnesota Vikings NFL franchise, and the pair were being interviewed as part of a feature in which they recreate the iconic photo of Kevin Garnett and Randy Moss from 2000. Edwards’ apparently lofty ambitions of becoming the first player to make the successful switch from the NBA to the NFL might be traced back to his childhood. ADVERT At the age of 10, the future NBA shooting guard was a star running back in youth football. And back in 2020, he also claimed he could have made it in Major League Baseball if he chose. He said: “I used to play baseball when I was young. I could have went to the MLB. “I’m serious, I’m not even joking. I played pitcher, shortstop, third base, center field. I was fourth-fifth hitter. Straight clean-up.” Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: NBA, Michael Jordan Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Why Michael Jordan hasn’t spoken to Kevin Hart for years due to ongoing feud with Hollywood star Published 13:33 21 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Why Michael Jordan hasn’t spoken to Kevin Hart for years due to ongoing feud with Hollywood star The NBA legend hasn’t spoken to Hart in years. Alex Brotherton Alex Brotherton Kevin Hart has explained why NBA legend Michael Jordan has “had an attitude” with him for years. He may be the greatest basketball player of all time but that hasn’t saved Michael Jordan from being the victim of several Kevin Hart jokes. The American comedian has made a number of digs at Jordan over the years. In fact, he’s previously taken aim at Jeffrey and Marcus Jordan, his two sons. ADVERT During the Acting My Age tour, Hart revealed that Jordan hasn’t spoken to him in years after he poked fun at the NBA icon during a charity event. “Michael’s had an attitude with me for years because I hosted a celebrity event for him and he came in late. I saw him coming in late [and] I hit him with [a joke],” Hart told the audience at his Atlantic City show on July 21. “It was quick. It was all in fun. I don’t know where it came from. I just hit him with a quick one. Michael had an attitude. Hasn’t talked to me since.” It doesn’t seem like Hart is particularly bothered though. “I don’t give a s***. I couldn’t care less. I couldn’t f****** care less,” he said. “I’m at a point in my life where it’s very hard to bother me. ADVERT “I’m 45 years old and it’s not about the progression of life. You get to the point where little things don’t matter. I’m not the same person I once was.” During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel in 2016, Hart went out of his way to joke about Jordan’s fashion choices and facial hair. “What age do you get to where it’s okay to wear your pants that high, and nobody addresses it?” Hart asked. The comedian joked that Jordan is a “horrible dresser” during his performance at the Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. ADVERT Image credit: Getty Image credit: Getty Hart also said he wears “some of the worst jeans I’ve seen in my life,” and that his “huge back pockets” could fit a Dell computer on one side and a modem on the other. Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: Michael Jordan, NBA, Basketball, United States Alex Brotherton Alex Brotherton Choose your content: 5 hours ago a day ago WNBA star Angel Reese claims she can’t cover her everyday bills on $73,000 salary US media have already made quick verdict on Bronny James after his NBA debut alongside LeBron Fascinating list of the top 100 NBA players speaks volumes about LeBron James in the GOAT debate How forgotten NBA flop ‘lied’ to get selected ahead of Michael Jordan in the 1984 draft Advertise Terms Privacy & Cookies LADbible Group LADbible Tyla GAMINGbible UNILAD UNILAD Tech License Our Content About Us & Contact Jobs Latest WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years resize

MENU To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we’re happy to send you some reminders Click ‘OK’ then ‘Allow’ to enable notifications Not now OK WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years Updated 14:13 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Published 14:14 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years His first meeting with Michael Jordan was a memorable one. Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Michael Jordan’s competitive mindset is one of the reasons he is regarded by many as basketball’s GOAT. Jordan won six NBA titles and five MVP awards as part of a glittering career at the top level. But his fire to succeed and drive consistently higher standards led to fall outs too, including with his teammates. ADVERT While younger fans got to witness that competitive edge in the Netflix series ‘The Last Dance’, WWE legend Mark Henry had his own disagreement with Jordan back at the 1992 Olympics. The pair were both representing Team USA in Barcelona, but Henry claims Jordan ‘disrespected’ him when they met in the basketball team’s hotel. “During that time, I went to the hotel just because I wanted to see people that I knew,” Henry told Chip Brown of 247Sports. ADVERT “[Charles] Barkley being one of those people, and David Robinson and Karl Malone. You would think in a perfect world that when somebody walks up on a group of people, they would just greet everybody, “Hey, guys. How you all doing? What’s going on?” and go from there. “Well, when Michael walked up, that wasn’t the case. I guess I seemed out of place. And his response to me was, ‘Who are you?’ And I was like, ‘Who the hell are you?’ And you know, I started to get a little bit angry, because I was not expecting that. “It was like a slap in the face. It’s like someone walking up and just slapping you. I was in shock. I was like this is Michael Jordan. And I’m angry, like, ‘Why? Why? What the hell?’ Michael Jordan played the bulk of his NBA career with the Chicago Bulls. ( Getty) ADVERT “He backed off. ‘Whoa, whoa, wait a minute. My bad. I didn’t want to come across,’ but he did. And, I’m sure that that’s not the only time something like that has ever happened in this world, but it had been a long time since that happened to me, and I wasn’t having no parts of it.” However, Henry did say that Jordan apologised and made things right between the pair through VIP passes to the NBA All-Star game. “The thing about it, the one thing about the story that is not told, and I guess could be told here, is he apologised,” added Henry. “A lot of people don’t remember, but the All-Star game was coming up after that and it was in San Antonio. When that came through, he invited me to the All-Star game. ADVERT “He was having his birthday party during the All-Star game. So, his people contacted me and got me a parking pass and VIP. It was all fine and good. It all ended well. It just didn’t start off. And like I said, that’s a blip on the radar.” Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: NBA, Michael Jordan, WWE Alex Chivers Alex Chivers MINIMISE Published 15:48 22 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Michael Jordan named the four NBA players who could beat him in a 1 vs 1 match Michael Jordan is regarded as one of the GOATs of the NBA. Marcus Chan Marcus Chan NBA great Michael Jordan did not hesitate when naming the four players who could potentially get the better of him in a 1 vs 1 match. Over the years, Jordan has often been regarded as one of the greatest of all time in the world of basketball. The 61-year-old played for Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards during his career, winning the NBA championship on six occasions and was also named the NBA Finals MVP six times. ADVERT Jordan was also named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player five times. Since retiring from the sport back in 2003, Jordan continued to be one of the biggest names in basketball thanks to his work with Nike. Image Getty Despite being one of the GOATs of the sporting world, Jordan has previously named four players who could have got the better of him in a 1 vs 1 match due to their style of play. ADVERT As per Fadeaway World and Jumpmanhistory, Jordan said when asked about his toughest opponents during his playing days: “The hardest opponent for me to play against? In terms of 1-on-1? Small guys. “[Allen] Iverson, Damon Stoudamire, Rod Strickland. Those little guards like that, it’s tough for me. Muggsy [Bogues]. [John] Starks? No problem with Starks.” Speaking about Allen Iverson in particular, Jordan said: “He could beat me on the perimeter, but I could take him in the post. He’s a heck of a good player. He’s a young talent. He is gonna continue to get better once he learns how to play the game on a much higher scale. “Right now, he’s doing a lot on physical ability. He’s good, he’s quick. That’s a challenge for me to go out to him and his stature. He’s so quick and small. But it’s a challenge. I won’t back away.” ADVERT Image Getty In total, Jordan got his hands on six NBA Championships, six NBA Finals MVPs, five regular season MVPs, and one NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Furthermore, he was an 11x All-NBA, 9x All-Defensive, 14x NBA All-Star, 10x NBA Scoring Champion, and 3x NBA Steals Champion. Featured Image Credit: Cigar Aficionado/Getty Topics: Michael Jordan, NBA, Basketball Marcus Chan Marcus Chan NBA legend Michael Jordan once gave away full year’s salary after being moved by tragic event Published 18:43 9 Oct 2024 GMT+1 NBA legend Michael Jordan once gave away full year’s salary after being moved by tragic event When NBA GOAT Michael Jordan came out of retirement in 2001, he generously gave away his salary to a worthy cause. Ryan Baldi Ryan Baldi As a six-time NBA champion, a five-time MVP and arguably the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan could have earned a handsome salary when he came out of retirement for the second time in 2001. But instead the Chicago Bulls legend decided to give away a year’s pay. Jordan first retired in 1993. The North Carolina native had just led the Bulls to a third successive NBA title, cementing his status as the best player on the planet. After the death of his father, he decided to step away from basketball and try his hand at baseball instead. His bat-swinging career in baseball’s minor leagues was short-lived. He returned to action with the Bulls in 1995 and, between 1996 and ’98, led the Chicago side to another three straight championships before again hanging up his signature sneakers. ADVERT The third – and final – time Jordan was coaxed out of retirement, he joined the Washington Wizards ahead of the 2001-02 NBA season. Jordan was set to earn million of dollars upon his return to NBA action, but instead he decided to give away his first year’s salary with the Wizards in response to a seismic tragedy of the time. “Jordan said he will donate his first year’s salary to the victims of the Sep. 11 terrorist attacks,” a 2001 Washington Post article read. ADVERT According to a CNN report, the Chicago Bulls icon donated $100,000 to the children who lost their parents in the 11 September terrorist attack on the Pentagon. He pledged the rest of his salary to organisations set up to help victims of 9/11. Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal during an NBA fixture. Image: Getty Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal during an NBA fixture. Image: Getty Jordan went on to play for the Wizards for two seasons, averaging 22.9 points per game in his first campaign with the side from the United States’ capital and 20 points per game in his second term. ADVERT He retired – this time for good – in 2003 at the age of 41. Although he was unable to lead the Wizards to the play-offs, his legacy as arguably the greatest basketball player of all time was only enhanced by his performances into his 40s. Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: Michael Jordan, Basketball, Chicago Bulls, NBA Ryan Baldi Ryan Baldi NBA player hints at shock career move to enter the GOAT debate with Michael Jordan Updated 11:34 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Published 11:32 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 NBA player hints at shock career move to enter the GOAT debate with Michael Jordan He wants to top one of Jordan’s more surprising achievements. Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Michael Jordan vs LeBron James is the GOAT debate that might never be settled. But another player wants to join them in the conversation – and he’d have to pull off a huge career shock to do so. Jordan won three consecutive NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls between 1991 and 1993, before suddenly and unexpectedly retiring from basketball ahead of the following season. ADVERT Later claiming physical and mental exhaustion, the superstar swapped basketball for minor league baseball, and went to play for the Birmingham Barons – part of the farm system for the Chicago White Sox. Jordan famously unretired and made the return to the Bulls in 1995, and went on to win three more Championship rings. Now Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has his eye on surpassing Jordan’s multi sports achievements by winning titles in both the NBA and the NFL. ADVERT In his career so far, Edwards has been named an All Star twice and won an Olympic Gold medal at the Paris Games. But an NBA championship still eludes him, and he claims if he does win a ring in the next 3-4 years, he will make the switch to the NFL and try and win a Super Bowl. Speaking as part of ESPN’s Cover Story, Edwards told NFL star wide receiver Justin Jefferson: “I think it’s easy. Football players can’t go play basketball. I told my buddies, I said, ‘If I win a ring in the next 3-4 years, I’m going to play football.” ADVERT A clearly shocked Jefferson responded: “No, you’re not.” Michael Jordan playing baseball Michael Jordan playing baseball Jefferson is the face of the Minnesota Vikings NFL franchise, and the pair were being interviewed as part of a feature in which they recreate the iconic photo of Kevin Garnett and Randy Moss from 2000. Edwards’ apparently lofty ambitions of becoming the first player to make the successful switch from the NBA to the NFL might be traced back to his childhood. ADVERT At the age of 10, the future NBA shooting guard was a star running back in youth football. And back in 2020, he also claimed he could have made it in Major League Baseball if he chose. He said: “I used to play baseball when I was young. I could have went to the MLB. “I’m serious, I’m not even joking. I played pitcher, shortstop, third base, center field. I was fourth-fifth hitter. Straight clean-up.” Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: NBA, Michael Jordan Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Why Michael Jordan hasn’t spoken to Kevin Hart for years due to ongoing feud with Hollywood star Published 13:33 21 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Why Michael Jordan hasn’t spoken to Kevin Hart for years due to ongoing feud with Hollywood star The NBA legend hasn’t spoken to Hart in years. Alex Brotherton Alex Brotherton Kevin Hart has explained why NBA legend Michael Jordan has “had an attitude” with him for years. He may be the greatest basketball player of all time but that hasn’t saved Michael Jordan from being the victim of several Kevin Hart jokes. The American comedian has made a number of digs at Jordan over the years. In fact, he’s previously taken aim at Jeffrey and Marcus Jordan, his two sons. ADVERT During the Acting My Age tour, Hart revealed that Jordan hasn’t spoken to him in years after he poked fun at the NBA icon during a charity event. “Michael’s had an attitude with me for years because I hosted a celebrity event for him and he came in late. I saw him coming in late [and] I hit him with [a joke],” Hart told the audience at his Atlantic City show on July 21. “It was quick. It was all in fun. I don’t know where it came from. I just hit him with a quick one. Michael had an attitude. Hasn’t talked to me since.” It doesn’t seem like Hart is particularly bothered though. “I don’t give a s***. I couldn’t care less. I couldn’t f****** care less,” he said. “I’m at a point in my life where it’s very hard to bother me. ADVERT “I’m 45 years old and it’s not about the progression of life. You get to the point where little things don’t matter. I’m not the same person I once was.” During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel in 2016, Hart went out of his way to joke about Jordan’s fashion choices and facial hair. “What age do you get to where it’s okay to wear your pants that high, and nobody addresses it?” Hart asked. The comedian joked that Jordan is a “horrible dresser” during his performance at the Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. ADVERT Image credit: Getty Image credit: Getty Hart also said he wears “some of the worst jeans I’ve seen in my life,” and that his “huge back pockets” could fit a Dell computer on one side and a modem on the other. Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: Michael Jordan, NBA, Basketball, United States Alex Brotherton Alex Brotherton Choose your content: 5 hours ago a day ago WNBA star Angel Reese claims she can’t cover her everyday bills on $73,000 salary US media have already made quick verdict on Bronny James after his NBA debut alongside LeBron Fascinating list of the top 100 NBA players speaks volumes about LeBron James in the GOAT debate How forgotten NBA flop ‘lied’ to get selected ahead of Michael Jordan in the 1984 draft Advertise Terms Privacy & Cookies LADbible Group LADbible Tyla GAMINGbible UNILAD UNILAD Tech License Our Content About Us & Contact Jobs Latest WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years

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Read More Read more about MENU To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we’re happy to send you some reminders Click ‘OK’ then ‘Allow’ to enable notifications Not now OK WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years Updated 14:13 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Published 14:14 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 WWE legend recalls encounter with ‘disrespectful’ Michael Jordan at 1992 Olympics that annoyed him for years His first meeting with Michael Jordan was a memorable one. Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Michael Jordan’s competitive mindset is one of the reasons he is regarded by many as basketball’s GOAT. Jordan won six NBA titles and five MVP awards as part of a glittering career at the top level. But his fire to succeed and drive consistently higher standards led to fall outs too, including with his teammates. ADVERT While younger fans got to witness that competitive edge in the Netflix series ‘The Last Dance’, WWE legend Mark Henry had his own disagreement with Jordan back at the 1992 Olympics. The pair were both representing Team USA in Barcelona, but Henry claims Jordan ‘disrespected’ him when they met in the basketball team’s hotel. “During that time, I went to the hotel just because I wanted to see people that I knew,” Henry told Chip Brown of 247Sports. ADVERT “[Charles] Barkley being one of those people, and David Robinson and Karl Malone. You would think in a perfect world that when somebody walks up on a group of people, they would just greet everybody, “Hey, guys. How you all doing? What’s going on?” and go from there. “Well, when Michael walked up, that wasn’t the case. I guess I seemed out of place. And his response to me was, ‘Who are you?’ And I was like, ‘Who the hell are you?’ And you know, I started to get a little bit angry, because I was not expecting that. “It was like a slap in the face. It’s like someone walking up and just slapping you. I was in shock. I was like this is Michael Jordan. And I’m angry, like, ‘Why? Why? What the hell?’ Michael Jordan played the bulk of his NBA career with the Chicago Bulls. ( Getty) ADVERT “He backed off. ‘Whoa, whoa, wait a minute. My bad. I didn’t want to come across,’ but he did. And, I’m sure that that’s not the only time something like that has ever happened in this world, but it had been a long time since that happened to me, and I wasn’t having no parts of it.” However, Henry did say that Jordan apologised and made things right between the pair through VIP passes to the NBA All-Star game. “The thing about it, the one thing about the story that is not told, and I guess could be told here, is he apologised,” added Henry. “A lot of people don’t remember, but the All-Star game was coming up after that and it was in San Antonio. When that came through, he invited me to the All-Star game. ADVERT “He was having his birthday party during the All-Star game. So, his people contacted me and got me a parking pass and VIP. It was all fine and good. It all ended well. It just didn’t start off. And like I said, that’s a blip on the radar.” Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: NBA, Michael Jordan, WWE Alex Chivers Alex Chivers MINIMISE Published 15:48 22 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Michael Jordan named the four NBA players who could beat him in a 1 vs 1 match Michael Jordan is regarded as one of the GOATs of the NBA. Marcus Chan Marcus Chan NBA great Michael Jordan did not hesitate when naming the four players who could potentially get the better of him in a 1 vs 1 match. Over the years, Jordan has often been regarded as one of the greatest of all time in the world of basketball. The 61-year-old played for Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards during his career, winning the NBA championship on six occasions and was also named the NBA Finals MVP six times. ADVERT Jordan was also named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player five times. Since retiring from the sport back in 2003, Jordan continued to be one of the biggest names in basketball thanks to his work with Nike. Image Getty Despite being one of the GOATs of the sporting world, Jordan has previously named four players who could have got the better of him in a 1 vs 1 match due to their style of play. ADVERT As per Fadeaway World and Jumpmanhistory, Jordan said when asked about his toughest opponents during his playing days: “The hardest opponent for me to play against? In terms of 1-on-1? Small guys. “[Allen] Iverson, Damon Stoudamire, Rod Strickland. Those little guards like that, it’s tough for me. Muggsy [Bogues]. [John] Starks? No problem with Starks.” Speaking about Allen Iverson in particular, Jordan said: “He could beat me on the perimeter, but I could take him in the post. He’s a heck of a good player. He’s a young talent. He is gonna continue to get better once he learns how to play the game on a much higher scale. “Right now, he’s doing a lot on physical ability. He’s good, he’s quick. That’s a challenge for me to go out to him and his stature. He’s so quick and small. But it’s a challenge. I won’t back away.” ADVERT Image Getty In total, Jordan got his hands on six NBA Championships, six NBA Finals MVPs, five regular season MVPs, and one NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Furthermore, he was an 11x All-NBA, 9x All-Defensive, 14x NBA All-Star, 10x NBA Scoring Champion, and 3x NBA Steals Champion. Featured Image Credit: Cigar Aficionado/Getty Topics: Michael Jordan, NBA, Basketball Marcus Chan Marcus Chan NBA legend Michael Jordan once gave away full year’s salary after being moved by tragic event Published 18:43 9 Oct 2024 GMT+1 NBA legend Michael Jordan once gave away full year’s salary after being moved by tragic event When NBA GOAT Michael Jordan came out of retirement in 2001, he generously gave away his salary to a worthy cause. Ryan Baldi Ryan Baldi As a six-time NBA champion, a five-time MVP and arguably the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan could have earned a handsome salary when he came out of retirement for the second time in 2001. But instead the Chicago Bulls legend decided to give away a year’s pay. Jordan first retired in 1993. The North Carolina native had just led the Bulls to a third successive NBA title, cementing his status as the best player on the planet. After the death of his father, he decided to step away from basketball and try his hand at baseball instead. His bat-swinging career in baseball’s minor leagues was short-lived. He returned to action with the Bulls in 1995 and, between 1996 and ’98, led the Chicago side to another three straight championships before again hanging up his signature sneakers. ADVERT The third – and final – time Jordan was coaxed out of retirement, he joined the Washington Wizards ahead of the 2001-02 NBA season. Jordan was set to earn million of dollars upon his return to NBA action, but instead he decided to give away his first year’s salary with the Wizards in response to a seismic tragedy of the time. “Jordan said he will donate his first year’s salary to the victims of the Sep. 11 terrorist attacks,” a 2001 Washington Post article read. ADVERT According to a CNN report, the Chicago Bulls icon donated $100,000 to the children who lost their parents in the 11 September terrorist attack on the Pentagon. He pledged the rest of his salary to organisations set up to help victims of 9/11. Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal during an NBA fixture. Image: Getty Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal during an NBA fixture. Image: Getty Jordan went on to play for the Wizards for two seasons, averaging 22.9 points per game in his first campaign with the side from the United States’ capital and 20 points per game in his second term. ADVERT He retired – this time for good – in 2003 at the age of 41. Although he was unable to lead the Wizards to the play-offs, his legacy as arguably the greatest basketball player of all time was only enhanced by his performances into his 40s. Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: Michael Jordan, Basketball, Chicago Bulls, NBA Ryan Baldi Ryan Baldi NBA player hints at shock career move to enter the GOAT debate with Michael Jordan Updated 11:34 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Published 11:32 23 Oct 2024 GMT+1 NBA player hints at shock career move to enter the GOAT debate with Michael Jordan He wants to top one of Jordan’s more surprising achievements. Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Michael Jordan vs LeBron James is the GOAT debate that might never be settled. But another player wants to join them in the conversation – and he’d have to pull off a huge career shock to do so. Jordan won three consecutive NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls between 1991 and 1993, before suddenly and unexpectedly retiring from basketball ahead of the following season. ADVERT Later claiming physical and mental exhaustion, the superstar swapped basketball for minor league baseball, and went to play for the Birmingham Barons – part of the farm system for the Chicago White Sox. Jordan famously unretired and made the return to the Bulls in 1995, and went on to win three more Championship rings. Now Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has his eye on surpassing Jordan’s multi sports achievements by winning titles in both the NBA and the NFL. ADVERT In his career so far, Edwards has been named an All Star twice and won an Olympic Gold medal at the Paris Games. But an NBA championship still eludes him, and he claims if he does win a ring in the next 3-4 years, he will make the switch to the NFL and try and win a Super Bowl. Speaking as part of ESPN’s Cover Story, Edwards told NFL star wide receiver Justin Jefferson: “I think it’s easy. Football players can’t go play basketball. I told my buddies, I said, ‘If I win a ring in the next 3-4 years, I’m going to play football.” ADVERT A clearly shocked Jefferson responded: “No, you’re not.” Michael Jordan playing baseball Michael Jordan playing baseball Jefferson is the face of the Minnesota Vikings NFL franchise, and the pair were being interviewed as part of a feature in which they recreate the iconic photo of Kevin Garnett and Randy Moss from 2000. Edwards’ apparently lofty ambitions of becoming the first player to make the successful switch from the NBA to the NFL might be traced back to his childhood. ADVERT At the age of 10, the future NBA shooting guard was a star running back in youth football. And back in 2020, he also claimed he could have made it in Major League Baseball if he chose. He said: “I used to play baseball when I was young. I could have went to the MLB. “I’m serious, I’m not even joking. I played pitcher, shortstop, third base, center field. I was fourth-fifth hitter. Straight clean-up.” Featured Image Credit: Getty Images Topics: NBA, Michael Jordan Alex Chivers Alex Chivers Why Michael Jordan hasn’t spoken to Kevin Hart for years due to ongoing feud with Hollywood star Published 13:33 21 Oct 2024 GMT+1 Why Michael Jordan hasn’t spoken to Kevin Hart for years due to ongoing feud with Hollywood star The NBA legend hasn’t spoken to Hart in years. Alex Brotherton Alex Brotherton Kevin Hart has explained why NBA legend Michael Jordan has “had an attitude” with him for years. He may be the greatest basketball player of all time but that hasn’t saved Michael Jordan from being the victim of several Kevin Hart jokes. The American comedian has made a number of digs at Jordan over the years. In fact, he’s previously taken aim at Jeffrey and Marcus Jordan, his two sons. ADVERT During the Acting My Age tour, Hart revealed that Jordan hasn’t spoken to him in years after he poked fun at the NBA icon during a charity event. “Michael’s had an attitude with me for years because I hosted a celebrity event for him and he came in late. I saw him coming in late [and] I hit him with [a joke],” Hart told the audience at his Atlantic City show on July 21. “It was quick. It was all in fun. I don’t know where it came from. I just hit him with a quick one. Michael had an attitude. Hasn’t talked to me since.” It doesn’t seem like Hart is particularly bothered though. “I don’t give a s***. I couldn’t care less. I couldn’t f****** care less,” he said. “I’m at a point in my life where it’s very hard to bother me. ADVERT “I’m 45 years old and it’s not about the progression of life. You get to the point where little things don’t matter. I’m not the same person I once was.” During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel in 2016, Hart went out of his way to joke about Jordan’s fashion choices and facial hair. “What age do you get to where it’s okay to wear your pants that high, and nobody addresses it?” Hart asked. The comedian joked that Jordan is a “horrible dresser” during his performance at the Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. ADVERT Image credit: Getty Image credit: Getty Hart also said he wears “some of the worst jeans I’ve seen in my life,” and that his “huge back pockets” could fit a Dell computer on one side and a modem on the other. 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