Michael Jordan
- Born:
- February 17, 1963, Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Professional Basketball Player, Businessman
Early Life and Education
- Moved to Wilmington, North Carolina, as a child.
- Played basketball, baseball, and football in high school.
- Initially cut from the varsity basketball team as a sophomore.
- Attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- Majored in Geography.
- Played basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels under coach Dean Smith.
- Hit the game-winning shot in the 1982 NCAA Championship game.
Career and Major Achievements
- Drafted third overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 1984 NBA draft.
- Won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls (1991-1993, 1996-1998).
- Won six NBA Finals MVP Awards.
- Won five NBA MVP Awards.
- Named NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 1988.
- Won ten NBA scoring titles.
- Fourteen-time NBA All-Star.
- Nine-time NBA All-Defensive First Team selection.
- Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009.
- Played for the Washington Wizards for two seasons (2001-2003) after coming out of retirement.
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Notable Works
| Type | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Film | Space Jam | Starred as himself, alongside Looney Tunes characters (1996). |
| Documentary | Michael Jordan to the Max | IMAX documentary chronicling the 1998 Chicago Bulls season (2000). |
| Documentary | The Last Dance | ESPN/Netflix documentary series about the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls season (2020). |
Legacy and Impact
Michael Jordan is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. His impact on the sport and popular culture is undeniable. He revolutionized basketball with his athleticism, competitive spirit, and marketing appeal. He remains a global icon and a symbol of excellence.