Contrary to popular conspiracy theories, Michael Jordan reiterated that his father’s murder was the major factor in his first retirement in 1993.
Six NI sporting stories that deserve Michael Jordan’s Last Dance treatment
With The Last Dance garnering acclaim, BBC Sport NI spotlights six stories that could easily command a fly-on-the-wall documentary series of their own.
‘Last Dance’: Michael Jordan tears up talking about Bulls teammates
Michael Jordan was brought to tears in one of the latest episodes of “The Last Dance” when asked to describe his relationship with his Chicago Bulls teammates.
‘Last Dance’: LaBradford Smith knew Michael Jordan’s revenge game was coming
“I remember we went out for the jump ball, the look on LaBradford Smith’s face was just like one of almost utter terror,” Will Perdue recalled on the latest Bulls Talk Podcast.
Steve Kerr Opens Up on Why He Punched Michael Jordan and How it Improved Their Relationship in ‘The Last Dance’
Kerr and Jordan traded blows during training camp ahead of the 1995-96 season, but overcame their differences to establish a long-lasting relationship.
A breakfast in ’95 played a role in Jordan’s return to Bulls
B.J. Armstrong might have played a role in the Chicago Bulls getting their 1996, 1997 and 1998 titles — even though he wasn’t on those teams. Armstrong was the person who, at a breakfast chat over …
‘The Last Dance’ takeaways: Michael Jordan, Steve Kerr explain why their relationship grew after a practice fight
“The Last Dance” showed how the bond between Michael Jordan and Steve Kerr grew after a practice fight and how Jordan juggled hoops and “Space Jam.” …
‘The Last Dance’ Episode 8 recap: Michael Jordan punched Steve Kerr right in the eye
Jordan powered the Chicago Bulls to 72 wins in 1995-96, but his ruthless approach crossed a line when he punched his teammate in practice.
‘The Last Dance’: Why Michael Jordan invented slights for motivation
Winning was all that mattered to Michael Jordan. If he needed to find something for motivation, he found it — no matter how trivial or contrived.
‘The Last Dance’ ends fourth night with Michael Jordan’s most human moment
Michael Jordan was often, and still is, seen as larger than life. Episode 8 of “The Last Dance” on Sunday night, however, provided fans with a unique look at a Jordan who was human — something most …