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Beyond ‘The Last Dance’: A Michael Jordan Reader

A deeper look at the legendary life and career of the NBA Hall of Famer.

Pocket Editors

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In 2020, ESPN’s documentary “The Last Dance” about Michael Jordan’s final season with the Chicago Bulls became required quarantine viewing for many sports-starved fans. Though the miniseries wrapped up after 10 episodes, reveling in the historic feats of His Airness never gets old. Fill your Pocket with this curated collection of some of the best articles about Jordan, including a few lesser known stories from his storied career.

Why Michael Jordan Was The Best

Was Jordan really the greatest basketball player of all time? FiveThirtyEight crunches the numbers.

Michael Jordan Has Not Left The Building

An unforgettable portrait of Jordan in retirement. “As he turns 50, MJ is wondering whether there are any more asses to kick.”

Did This Man Really Cut Michael Jordan?

For years the NBA Hall of Famer has claimed that his high school coach underestimated his talent as a sophomore. Clifton (Pop) Herring, whose life has been a struggle since then, tells a different story.