Michael Jordan Speaks

Words and wisdom from Chicago Bulls #23: Mega-superstar, "His Airness" He is the most successful player to ever wear a basketball uniform. On the court and off the court, Michael has entertained the world as a pitchman, movie star, spokesperson, and an extraordinary athlete-although not the greatest baseball player. For the first time ever, bestselling author Janet Lowe has compiled a portrait from Michael's own words. Michael Jordan Speaks touches upon everything about the sport, his mega-superstar status, and his life, culled from articles, newscasts, and interviews.

Preface xi A LITTLE HARDSHIP EARLY 1 THE TAR HEEL 10 THE NBA'S LORD OF THE HOOPS 20 TEAMWORK: THE CHICAGO BULLS 37 ZEN AND THE ART OF BASKETBALL 60 JORDAN'S DARKEST HOURS 66 THE NBA COMEBACK 93 REVOLUTIONLIZING THE SPORTS ECONOMY 102 AS FAMOUS AS GOD? 133 THE MAN BEHIND THE IDOL 150 MICHAEL JORDAN IN HOLLYWOOD 170 THE JORDAN END GAME 175 By the Numbers 193 Timeline 197 End Results 203