It's a small step for Michael Jordan.
The legend of the orange ball turns 60 this Friday, February 17.
The one who is nicknamed "His Airness" among other things is still - even if LeBron James has his supporters, NBA: LeBron James still higher in legend, story of an extraordinary journey - considered by most followers to be the greatest player basketball of all time.
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Considered the best player in history
It must be said that his career is simply sensational.
After carrying the Chicago Bulls, which he joined out of the University of North Carolina in 1984, for several years without however managing to lead them to the NBA finals, "MJ" achieved two "three- peat”, i.e. two triplets.
The first between 1991 and 1993, and the second, following a small cut and experience in baseball, between 1996 and 1998. In addition to his six championship rings, he won the title of Most Valuable among others Player of the Regular Season, a distinction that rewards the best player, five times;
he was also named Most Valuable Player of the six finals he played in and won, a record.
Moreover, internationally, he was the
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Franchise owner
After hanging up a second time at the end of the 1998 season, he finally made his return to the NBA at the start of the 2001-2002 season... but with the Washington Wizards.
He spent two years there, again demonstrating all his offensive qualities.
before retiring permanently.
In legend.
Basketball.
But also sports.
Now, he is notably the owner of the Charlotte Hornets.
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