Michael Jordan is undeniably one of the greatest players of all time. The level of popularity that Jordan has is unmatchable. Despite playing his last game decades ago, he remains in the headlines. Now and then, fans come across stories that remind them of why he is legendary. Recently, former NFL player Shannon Sharpe narrated the story of when he met Jordan for the first time.
While Sharpe had a surreal moment meeting His Airness, Jordan minced no words about him right on their first meeting. As the story unfolded, fans were more and more interested and hooked. Notably, almost every story involving Jordan is as iconic as his journey. He is not only a great player but also someone who revolutionized basketball and sneakers worldwide.
This is exactly why countless people have given him the status of being a god. Furthermore, Sharpe who is legendary in his own right recently revealed his first meet with Jordan on Nightcap. He reminisced about how the elevator door opened up and all of a sudden it was bright. Sharpe noted that Jordan and his wife Juanita Vanoy were present and the Bulls star was glowing.
He continued, “And I’m looking at him and he’s like ‘Man, this dude is a weirdo.'” Chad Ochocinco Johnson asked him if he said anything to Jordan. To which, Sharpe revealed that he introduced himself to Jordan. To his and everyone’s surprise, Jordan knew who he was and that he met his mother in Casino. Furthermore, “This man doesn’t seem real. He is the only man that I have ever met he seems mythical.”, Sharpe emphasized.
Shannon Sharpe picked LeBron James over Michael Jordan
The GOAT debate in the NBA is never-ending and Shannon Sharpe being an outspoken basketball fan has given his take on it as well. Fans expected him to pick Michael Jordan as he seemed like a big fan of him when he was narrating the story. However, to everyone’s shock, Sharpe ended up picking LeBron James over the Bulls star. Not only this, he has also emphasized that any team that James will join would automatically be his favorite too.
In an appearance on ‘Undisputed’, Sharpe exclusively spoke about King James‘ dominance. He stated, “The man has been in more Finals damn near than everybody, with the exception of the Celtics and the Lakers. I think that speaks volumes.” In addition to this, he spoke about James‘ journey and the totality of his work including the All-NBAs, the MVPs, the Finals MVPs, the Finals appearances, etc.
Interestingly, while telling the Jordan story, Sharpe emphasized that anyone who has met him will say the same thing that he is not real. Sharpe’s pick of GOAT, James has accepted somewhat the same thing. Jordan was James’ inspiration growing up and when he met him for the first time he was speechless. James has revealed how listening to Jordan was like listening to God.
Furthermore, Michael Jordan and LeBron James have earned a permanent spot in the GOAT debate. The two have ruled different eras, and have put remarkable performances. They are also a part of the billionaire-athlete group with Magic Johnson and Tiger Woods.