holy ****, who is sitting to jordan's left?

[sixerfan82]

hotness

[Lebron23]

Do you have any link to the HOF Ceremony?

[Mikaiel]

Do you have any link to the HOF Ceremony?

http://www.atdhe.net/7550/watch-basketball-hall-of-fame

[Lebron23]

http://www.atdhe.net/7550/watch-basketball-hall-of-fame


Thank you.

David Robinson's Son is tall.

[Myth]

Loved the way David acknowledged Duncan. Class act.

[DonDadda59]

Loved the way David acknowledged Duncan. Class act.

Always.

[DuMa]

must be MJ's date.

[Lebron23]

John Stockton said that Karl Malone is the greatest PF ever.

It's his own personal opinion

And I respect him.

John looks like the older brother of Jim Caviezel. ( Jesus Christ from Passion of the Christ)

[andgar923]

Its his wife.

[andgar923]

On another note..... Stockton is very funny..... who knew?

[Riker]

must be MJ's date.

girlfriend

[Riker]

On another note..... Stockton is very funny..... who knew?

and very emotional and very open and everything COMPLETELY OPPOSITE of Utah Jazz Stockton


he seemed cold, calculated, and heartless on court.



Talk about wrong impression. Stock >>>> x trillion >>>>>> ____ (your favorite modern PG scrub)

[Harison]

Loved Robinson and Stockton speeches, great personalities, respect.

[Riker]

Loved Robinson and Stockton speeches, great personalities, respect.

I was kinda surprised by Admirals spiritual side :lol :lol :lol

THE HAND OF GOD BLOCKED YOUR SHOT!!! POW!!
:roll: :roll: :roll:

[andgar923]

Stockton is f@ckin hilarious!!!!
:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

[OldSchoolBBall]

What the hell? I thought this was on at 9 PM EST. I tuned in 10 minutes ago. Did I miss Stockton/Robinson/Jordan's induction speeches?

[andgar923]

Johnny Red Kerr dedication!!!!!!!:applause: :applause:

[DuMa]

Jordan isnt wearing any of his championship rings :(

[OldSchoolBBall]

What the hell? I thought this was on at 9 PM EST. I tuned in 10 minutes ago. Did I miss Stockton/Robinson/Jordan's induction speeches?

Anyone?

[andgar923]

Anyone?

You missed DRob and John.

[chitownsfinest]

What the hell? I thought this was on at 9 PM EST. I tuned in 10 minutes ago. Did I miss Stockton/Robinson/Jordan's induction speeches?
Stockton's and D-Rob's speech passed already, MJ is still yet to come up.

[OldSchoolBBall]

You missed DRob and John.

Sh&t. Hopefully they'll be up on YT later.

[Da_Realist]

What the hell? I thought this was on at 9 PM EST. I tuned in 10 minutes ago. Did I miss Stockton/Robinson/Jordan's induction speeches?

It's on NBA TV at 9 est tonight as well

[SAKOTXA]

is it just me or this lady has been talking for like 40 minutes already

[All Net]

It's on NBA TV at 9 est tonight as well

Highlights will be on NBA.com later as well.

[DonDadda59]

Jordan isnt wearing any of his championship rings :(

It would've been funny if he did and instead of a speech, he walked up to the podium stuck his hands out for the cameras and crowd to see and said 'YOU MAD? Bling blaow' and just walked off into the sunset :oldlol:

[Riker]

It would've been funny if he did and instead of a speech, he walked up to the podium stuck his hands out for the cameras and crowd to see and said 'YOU MAD? Bling blaow' and just walked off into the sunset :oldlol:
:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:



SGUCCI!!!


I think that would solidify him as GOAT celebrity :applause: :applause:


I laughed out @ bling blaow part :applause:

[sixerfan82]

It would've been funny if he did and instead of a speech, he walked up to the podium stuck his hands out for the cameras and crowd to see and said 'YOU MAD? Bling blaow' and just walked off into the sunset :oldlol:

Oh wow, epic moment that would equal in comparison to the speech he will ultimately give.

[Riker]

MJ will probably give something straight out of his heart...

And that's what I really appreciate about him, he could be strutting around nose high acting like a diva

But he doesn't.



Did ya see how he kissed Kenny on the head while Kenny and Kamla were announcing something? There's a real genuine loose vibe from that guy

He really seems a genuine cool dude


I think he's speech will be pretty memorable

[D-Rose]

imagine one day if kobe gets jordan to induct him in, haters/lovers would go crazy :oldlol:

[The_Yearning]

lol wow look at that white gold digger next to jordan lol wussup with these black guys...

[DuMa]

wow kukoc's hair is half gray

[DuMa]

michael's in tears

[sixerfan82]

Wow, talk about class. Crying on the stage, that's impressive to see. Complete respect of his peers

[DonDadda59]

'I know I shocked the sh*t outta him'

BLING.... BLAOW :pimp:

[RoseCity07]

Never seen MJ so emotional. This is a geat ceremony.

[NY Comeback]

'I know I shocked the sh*t outta him'

BLING.... BLAOW :pimp:
Censor fail! :oldlol:

[O.J A 6'4Mamba]

imagine one day if kobe gets jordan to induct him in, haters/lovers would go crazy :oldlol:

In 2030 then Kobe will induct OJ Mayo.

[Lebron23]

Jordan is very emotional.

[Richie2k6]

Leroy Smith's got more gums than a Trident factory.

[O.J A 6'4Mamba]

that is his g/f. MJ's girlfriend > Kobe's Wife in 2009

[DuMa]

lol even leroy smith is in the house!

[DonDadda59]

Leroy Smith is real?

http://jerseychaser.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/leroy-smith-nike-jordan-sued-hall-of-fame.jpg

The Legend Continues...

[Lebron23]

Jordan's daughter or niece is also cute.

[O.J A 6'4Mamba]

lol even leroy smith is in the house!

i laughed at the isiah thomas sighting

[sixerfan82]

and..here comes the cocky clown, it's sort've endeering though, not too cocky to be an ass

[D-Rose]

bruce bowen!!!

[Fatal9]

Jordan walking a fine line between funny and just being a conceited jackass.

[D-Rose]

Jordan walking a fine line between funny and just being a self absorbed jackass.
I wouldn't say he was being a jackass but dude was complimenting himself an awful lot and far from humble...

lol did he just call out jerry krause? llmmaaooo

[andgar923]

Completely trashed Krause.

Vicious

[L8krH8tr]

Jordans got some major anxiety issues. I guarantee you he has done some scandlish stuff hes ashamed of. I wonder what kind of medications hes on

Hes still the best EVA

[sixerfan82]

Jordan walking a fine line between funny and just being a conceited jackass.

dude, i think he jumped over that line

[AtticusPigeon11]

MJ GET A PHUCING PERSONALITY.

You're supposed to be Gawd in a pair of Nikez you generic dipsh!t. Where'z your swag and humor?

[Fatal9]

Completely trashed Krause.

Vicious
That was pretty damn funny :oldlol:. No fake ****, MJ just being real here.

[andgar923]

Very odd yet honest and real arrogant, yet funny, sincere and uncomfortable, his memory.... good lord his memory.

His competitive nature is still very alive.

[PleezeBelieve]

This speech is Exhibit A as to why Jordan was an unliked teammate. Horrible personality. I'd punch him in the face.

[DuMa]

jordan is being honest. cant fault the guy. he needs to vent this **** because this is his last accolade.

[L8krH8tr]

I heard they killed his dad over a gambling debt, and hes super ashamed and depressed now.

[DonDadda59]

:roll:

This is Jordan's 'suck my nuts, _insert name here__' tour.

[Richie2k6]

Russell!!

[RoseCity07]

OMG...lol at Russell. Don't even talk trash to the GOAT.

[andgar923]

This is more like a vindication type of speech saying to everybody...."Thank you for pushing me, thank you for challenging me."

But F@CK YOU LOOK AT ME NOW!!!!

[DuMa]

byron russell's nightmare is forever

[sixerfan82]

poor stock LOL

[AtticusPigeon11]

:oldlol: If I ever see your shorts, I'm cumming in them.

[RedZiggyZag]

Very odd yet honest and real arrogant, yet funny, sincere and uncomfortable, his memory.... good lord his memory.

His competitive nature is still very alive.
He beats Kobe at another thing.

[OneMoreSucka]

I wouldn't say he was being a jackass but dude was complimenting himself an awful lot and far from humble...

lol did he just call out jerry krause? llmmaaooo
That's how he's always been though, not really a shock

[AtticusPigeon11]

He beats Kobe at another thing.

Back off, brother. Kobe's much cuter, a better 3 point shooter, charming, cultured and fascinating, then Jordan could EVA be.

[RoseCity07]

Wow great end to the speech MJ.

[O.J A 6'4Mamba]

I cant wait until it is OJ Mayo
s turn only 25 more years to wait.

[DuMa]

Mike didnt talk about Phil all that much.... or even Rodman at all.

barely mentioned his Wizards days.

[Fatal9]

The crowd, save a few, looked bewildered. You could almost hear their thoughts..."is he serious?"

I liked the speech but it got very uncomfortable when his conceit (clearly) interfered with the humor and honesty of it all.

[andgar923]

I don't know what to think about his speech.

It was for the most part unprepared and all over the place very unfocused.

You got a glimpse into his head and competitive nature, and its scary.

Like I mentioned earlier.... he has a disease, and his speech only highlighted that.

It seems as if venom runs through his veins instead of blood, it was uneasy watching him give that speech.

[DonDadda59]

The crowd, save a few, looked bewildered. You could almost hear their thoughts..."is he serious?"

I liked the speech but it got very uncomfortable when his conceit (clearly) interfered with the humor and honesty of it all.

:roll:
Stop it already.

[GeneWilderSTL]

imagine one day if kobe gets jordan to induct him in, haters/lovers would go crazy :oldlol:

I am going to bawl like a baby the day Kobe gets inducted. :bowdown: :bowdown:

Jordan's induction was GREAT and I hate him as a player but I respect him and I can't deny how great he was. Great moment.

[west]

I missed that part...Did MJ said Magic is not as good as Bird?

[DuMa]

MJ isnt a good public speaker. but i was glad he was honest in his speech at least.

i loved the stories about his injury in 85, pat riley, byron russell, and his sister graduating early and going with him to UNC. all stuff i didnt know about.

[andgar923]

I am going to bawl like a baby the day Kobe gets inducted. :bowdown: :bowdown:

Jordan's induction was GREAT and I hate him as a player but I respect him and I can't deny how great he was. Great moment.

Why? are you gay or something?

[Riker]

cultured and fascinating

THAT'S WHAT...SHE SAID.

[DuMa]

http://d.yimg.com/a/p/sp/getty/95/fullj.1fc4acd58fe9e46a428b63eaff684130/1fc4acd58fe9e46a428b63eaff684130-getty-90445066bc296_hof.jpg

bad boy to the end :pimp:

[Riker]

It seems as if venom runs through his veins instead of blood, it was uneasy watching him give that speech.

Yet it seems like nothing runs through your veins therefore leaving your brain without much needed oxygen supply making you a thoroughbred schmuck.

[andgar923]

Yet it seems like nothing runs through your veins therefore leaving your brain without much needed oxygen supply making you a thoroughbred schmuck.
wtf?

LOL

Are you ok?

[catch24]

Great speech - loved how he expressed his competitive nature. MJ was real and wasn't afraid to take what was his.

[Rekindled]

I missed that part...Did MJ said Magic is not as good as Bird?

are you trying to say that magic is better than bird? :hammerhead: :hammerhead:

[Riker]

wtf?

LOL

Are you ok?

As opposite to you not being ok?

[Riker]

Great speech - loved how he expressed his competitive nature. MJ was real and wasn't afraid to take what was his.

Yeah it's clear that this guy was actually literally ferocious when it came to playing the game and winning it.

But kids, thats what it takes to be the GOAT.

[branslowski]

GOAT Speech from Jordan...:bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:

Jordan is a cocky fellow...And thats good IMO. And a great competetor...Phil talked about Jordan's and Kobe's competitive nature, fear.

[DonDadda59]

Great speech - loved how he expressed his competitive nature. MJ was real and wasn't afraid to take what was his.

Yeah, the people expecting him to be humble and meek obviously don't know the first thing about the guy. I think he was crying because he realized it was the end of the road, more so than it being tears of gratitude. That podium is the absolute last place he wanted to be and he's made that clear for a while now. So, he kept it real. Said what was really in his heart and saved the generic 'heartfelt message' prewritten sh*t for the end.

[andgar923]

How serious was he about coming back at 50?

I think he'll start working out and take it from there.

[blacknapalm]

if he came off as "cocky", that's just who he is. i liked that he was honest while explaining what his motivations were. i don't think he really "trashed" anybody. semi-praise for krause, then a semi-jab. it is what it is. 9/10 times MJ will give that sort of speech. he gave his props when due, to guys like dean smith, thompson, pipp and his family.

[ForceOfNature]

Great speech by Jordan, he's really an emotional guy, and he was being honest too. His discussion of his motivation and inspiration to work hard was great.

[west]

are you trying to say that magic is better than bird? :hammerhead: :hammerhead:
FK NO!!!Bird>>>Magic.what did MJ exactly say?

[Riker]

His discussion of his motivation and inspiration to work hard was great.

That's the whole thing about him, yet very few people understand it.


His final sentence was epic. And it came from his heart. Which makes him beyond GOAT.


And that's the message of Air Jordan. Look at my example, be the best in what you love, do whatever necessary to be great at it.
:applause:

[Lebron23]

FK NO!!!Bird>>>Magic.what did MJ exactly say?

Bird is the more dominant individual player, but Magic is the better team player cause the Lakers won 5 NBA titles in the 1980's.

[west]

Bird is the more dominant individual player, but Magic is the better team player cause the Lakers won 5 NBA titles in the 1980's.
That's what MJ said?

[Rekindled]

if he came off as "cocky", that's just who he is. i liked that he was honest while explaining what his motivations were. i don't think he really "trashed" anybody. semi-praise for krause, then a semi-jab. it is what it is. 9/10 times MJ will give that sort of speech. he gave his props when due, to guys like dean smith, thompson, pipp and his family.

yeah Jordan and Bird are 2 of the cockiest players in nba history. look what that got them.

[catch24]

Yeah, the people expecting him to be humble and meek obviously don't know the first thing about the guy. I think he was crying because he realized it was the end of the road, more so than it being tears of gratitude. That podium is the absolute last place he wanted to be and he's made that clear for a while now. So, he kept it real. Said what was really in his heart and saved the generic 'heartfelt message' prewritten sh*t for the end.

Definitely. People like fatal9 (who I like because of the games he uploads on YouTube) that get their panties in a bunch over a speech like that is absolutely ridiculous. Other than some teammates of his, how do you not admire the fire that burns in him? Amazing.

[OldSchoolBBall]

I don't recall Jordan saying anything about Magic or Bird in terms of which of them was better. All he said was that he felt early in his career that he had to prove that he was on the level they were, which made him work harder.

[Fatal9]

What's up with ESPN not censoring "sh*t" by the way? Is there a better example of why Jordan was/is the media god (they can't even freaking censor him...scared to be smitten or something).

[Lebron23]

How serious was he about coming back at 50?

I think he'll start working out and take it from there.

I think Jordan can still average 12 ppg in today's NBA.

[catch24]

What's up with ESPN not censoring "sh*t" by the way? Is there a better example of why Jordan was/is the media god (they can't even freaking censor him!).

Like so

[RedZiggyZag]

I missed that part...Did MJ said Magic is not as good as Bird?
Not sure if he did or not, I kinda doozed off at the end of his speech, but as you see Michael Jordan is in my avatar and he's my favorite player to ever play the game, even though I never saw him play at his most dominant prime in 91', I saw him play in the 2nd 3-peat years, but If he did say Magic wasn't as good as Bird, I wouldn't take it more than a grain of salt. I mean, Jordan is the GOAT IMO, but as far as evaluating talent goes, it's far from GOATness.


I don't recall Jordan saying anything about Magic or Bird in terms of which of them was better. All he said was that he felt early in his career that he had to prove that he was on the level they were, which made him work harder.
Yeah, that's what I thougt, you're crazy West. :lol

[Riker]

What's up with ESPN not censoring "sh*t" by the way? Is there a better example of why Jordan was/is the media god (they can't even freaking censor him...scared to be smitten or something).

Oh so you figured a way to censor LIVE events?



Dude go sell that idea, you'll make a lot of $$$, and you'll be able to buy yourself a life and try to take it from there.

[west]

Not sure if he did or not, I kinda doozed off at the end of his speech, but as you see Michael Jordan is in my avatar and he's my favorite player to ever play the game, even though I never saw him play at his most dominant prime in 91', I saw him play in the 2nd 3-peat years, but If he did say Magic wasn't as good as Bird, I wouldn't take it more than a grain of salt. I mean, Jordan is the GOAT IMO, but as far as evaluating talent goes, it's far from GOATness.


Yeah, that's what I thougt, you're crazy West. :lol
I told you i missed that part.:rolleyes:
Thank you OSB.:cheers:

[Fatal9]

Oh so you figured a way to censor LIVE events?



Dude go sell that idea, you'll make a lot of $$$, and you'll be able to buy yourself a life and try to take it from there.
Pretty sure, most live events have a 7 second delay nowadays particularly ones that involve speeches.

[DonDadda59]

What's up with ESPN not censoring "sh*t" by the way? Is there a better example of why Jordan was/is the media god (they can't even freaking censor him...scared to be smitten or something).

Seems like your efforts to besmirch his name were in vain, son.

Maybe you should focus on Lebron more :oldlol:

[Indian guy]

That's the only time I've seen MJ cry when he's been honored with something. Usually he holds it pretty well. And that was a fine speech. I'd rather see him keep it candid than prepare something overly formal and not be himself. And when he IS himself he can come off pretty arrogant and full of himself. But how do you avoid that with his career? He's pretty much looked at as the pinnacle of athletic greatness and treated like a GOD. Must be impossible to stay grounded.

[Leviathon1121]

What's up with ESPN not censoring "sh*t" by the way? Is there a better example of why Jordan was/is the media god (they can't even freaking censor him...scared to be smitten or something).

Seriously, log off, go do something with your Friday instead of obsessing over a man.

[Fatal9]

Seems like your efforts to besmirch his name were in vain, son.
No besmirching going on here...

My position on Jordan is actually best described by Jordan himself (in an earlier interview today), where he mentioned that calling him the greatest (especially the how the media presents as fact) is just disrespectful to players like Wilt, Kareem and others. To be honest, I've never been more moved by anything basketball related than when he was holding in those tears at the start of his speech.

[beasly15]

definately some of the best footage i've seen in my life.

[Riker]

No besmirching going on here...

My position on Jordan is actually best described by Jordan himself (in an earlier interview today), where he mentioned that calling him the greatest (especially the how the media presents as fact) is just disrespectful to players like Wilt, Kareem and others. To be honest, I've never been more moved by anything basketball related than when he was holding in those tears at the start of his speech.

You're weird and very likely partly insane.

[DonDadda59]

Seriously, log off, go do something with your Friday instead of obsessing over a man.

Second that motion :cheers:

[Leviathon1121]

No besmirching going on here...

My position on Jordan is actually best described by Jordan himself (in an earlier interview today), where he mentioned that calling him the greatest (especially the how the media presents as fact) is just disrespectful to players like Wilt, Kareem and others. To be honest, I've never been more moved by anything basketball related than when he was holding in those tears at the start of his speech.

And how hard would it have been for you to say the last part there, leave it at that on the day the man is inducted into the Hall. Instead, up until this point you continue with your anti-jordan agenda. You are a joke.

[Showtime]

Seriously, log off, go do something with your Friday instead of obsessing over a man.
Somebody needs to post that pic of him again...

[goldenryan]

No besmirching going on here...

My position on Jordan is actually best described by Jordan himself (in an earlier interview today), where he mentioned that calling him the greatest (especially the how the media presents as fact) is just disrespectful to players like Wilt, Kareem and others. To be honest, I've never been more moved by anything basketball related than when he was holding in those tears at the start of his speech.
:roll: :roll: :roll: i gotta get out and enjoy my friday night you guys are killing me:roll:

[Lebron23]

Seriously, log off, go do something with your Friday instead of obsessing over a man.


I love to see a Riker vs. Fatal9 debate.


:pimp: :pimp: :pimp:

[Riker]

I love to see a Riker vs. Fatal9 debate.


:pimp: :pimp: :pimp:

Naaaw....I'm good

[sirkeelma]

John Stockton said that Karl Malone is the greatest PF ever.

It's his own personal opinion

And I respect him.

John looks like the older brother of Jim Caviezel. ( Jesus Christ from Passion of the Christ)

The Count of Monte Cristo :applause:

[Lebron23]

The Count of Monte Cristo :applause:


That's a good movie.

:cheers:

[OneMoreSucka]

I love to see a Riker vs. Fatal9 debate.


:pimp: :pimp: :pimp:
Or perhaps a fight to the death.

[Riker]

Or perhaps a fight to the death.

Somehow I have this impression you have envisions of me during the day and talk about "a dude on the internet called Riker" with your friends.

I'm not sure how I feel about that.

[Heilige]

GOAT Speech from Jordan...:bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:

Jordan is a cocky fellow...And thats good IMO. And a great competetor...Phil talked about Jordan's and Kobe's competitive nature, fear.


I think Jordan is more competitive than Kobe though.

Loved Jordan's speech and agreed with what andgar said.

[OneMoreSucka]

Somehow I have this impression you have envisions of me during the day and talk about "a dude on the internet called Riker" with your friends.

I'm not sure how I feel about that.
I didn't even know you existed before today.

[Kobe Jnr]

hey riker where abouts in Croatia do you live in?

[Heilige]

if he came off as "cocky", that's just who he is. i liked that he was honest while explaining what his motivations were. i don't think he really "trashed" anybody. semi-praise for krause, then a semi-jab. it is what it is. 9/10 times MJ will give that sort of speech. he gave his props when due, to guys like dean smith, thompson, pipp and his family.


The thing is Jordan never said he felt he had to prove stuff to people. I was surprised he admitted that was part of his external motivation.

Jordan told it like it was though, and I was surprised before he gave it. Damn, falking awesome "how you like me now" speech. :rockon:

Man, this dude would eat Kobe alive! And, I thought he was competitive!

[Heilige]

What's up with ESPN not censoring "sh*t" by the way? Is there a better example of why Jordan was/is the media god (they can't even freaking censor him...scared to be smitten or something).


What the hell is wrong with you?

[Riker]

I didn't even know you existed before today.

You know that song by Fleetwood Mac? :oldlol:


hey riker where abouts in Croatia do you live in?

I'm by the sea up north buzzin! :applause: :roll:

[blacknapalm]

The thing is Jordan never said he felt he had to prove stuff to people. I was surprised he admitted that was part of his external motivation.

Jordan told it like it was though, and I was surprised before he gave it. Damn, falking awesome "how you like me now" speech. :rockon:

Man, this dude what eat Kobe alive! And, I thought he was competitive!

indeed, that competitive nature is a huge part of who he is. he always used to talk about his brother beating up on him in basketball and he wanted to "prove" to him that he was better. he's faced adversity and it made him stronger. he cried on the bus after the first detroit series loss. from that point on, i think something "clicked", where he said, i don't give a damn anymore! i'm also somewhat glad he brought up the media because those things that he could win a scoring title, but was not a good teammate or could never win a ring was actually said. obviously MJ took it to heart and it became a part of who he is. so if that is "cocky" to you, i don't know. i preferred that he was up front about it.

[Heilige]

so if that is "cocky" to you, i don't know. i preferred that he was up front about it.


Huh? I said I'm glad he told it like it was and wasn't politically correct. I thought the speech was awesome!

[hawkfan]

[url]http://bumpshack.com/2009/05/14/michael-jordan

[blacknapalm]

Huh? I said I'm glad he told it like it was and wasn't politically correct. I thought the speech was awesome!

i agree, sorry, quoted you cuz i wanted to expand a bit on it, lol

[OneMoreSucka]

You know that song by Fleetwood Mac? :oldlol:


I don't listen to classic rock

[KingJay718]

Wow, Stockton got a personality transplant LOL.

[mlh1981]

As happy as I am for Jordan, I wonder how he will fill the void in the second half of his life, because it's pretty obvious that nothing will ever come close to filling that competitive desire quite like basketball did. The man's greatest strengths are also his greatest weaknesses.

Once again, Stockton gets overshadowed and basically dominated by MJ. I was watching some of that Bulls/Jazz game today on ESPN classic from 1997. Every time time, I think that maybe..........maybe the Jazz can really pull it off. Maybe if Malone actually took it to Rodman and the other much smaller defenders instead of settling for jumpers? Maybe if Jerry Sloan's system allowed more freedom for Stockton to shoot the ball. What if/what if/what if/what if.......

The man kept an entire generation of greats ringless. They were all competitive, bloodthirsty freaks, but MJ was simply on a different plateau in that regard that very few people in any competitive setting will ever be able to reach.

[YAWN]

[QUOTE=hawkfan][url]http://bumpshack.com/2009/05/14/michael-jordan

[Samurai Swoosh]

http://blogs.bet.com/entertainment/spotlight/bet-blog/assets/2008/12/yvetteprietomichaeljordan.jpg

JESUS, Money ... EPIC hotness on your arm, there.

"Limits like fears, are often just illusions."

Could you imagine MJ out there at 50 years old busting people's asses?

:pimp:

[DonDadda59]

"Limits like fears, are often just illusions."

Could you imagine MJ out there at 50 years old busting people's asses?

:pimp:

I could see it happening (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JswfzDKYr04)

[andgar923]

limits like fears are often just illusions

Is that his quote? or did he quote somebody?

Regardless.... its dope.

[Samurai Swoosh]

I could see it happening (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JswfzDKYr04)
Do you one better ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCIq7QMdV0c

[DonDadda59]

Do you one better ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCIq7QMdV0c

:applause:

[Samurai Swoosh]

Is that his quote? or did he quote somebody?

Regardless.... its dope.
I think it was someone else, but it was a fitting end to encompass the essence of Michael Jordan in his own words.

[imdaman99]

I love how some of you guys are marvelling at the fact that he is so conceited :rolleyes: Oh HOW COULD OUR GOD MICHAEL JORDAN STAY GROUNDED? You all act like his sh*t don't stink. Guess what, he was more likely crying because he can't play anymore and keep all the attention on him rather than because he was honored in being inducted.

Oh yeah he will accomplish more in life than any other basketball player, but he won't live forever. Once you're dead, what good does it do him? No sirree he is not my god. Arrogance and being conceited, wonderful way to go. I guess everyone loved that about MJ but hate it about the players nowadays. Where were these message boards 20 years ago when he was going about his cockiness without a championship?

GOAT fine, but I don't have to like him. Good luck in your next life MJ. Quit with evaluating talent, its obvious you aren't as good at it as Krause was :rolleyes:

[crisoner]

http://blogs.bet.com/entertainment/spotlight/bet-blog/assets/2008/12/yvetteprietomichaeljordan.jpg

JESUS, Money ... EPIC hotness on your arm, there.

"Limits like fears, are often just illusions."

Could you imagine MJ out there at 50 years old busting people's asses?

:pimp:

GOOD JOB MIKE!!!

[kshutts1]

Does anyone know of a basketball forum where the posters aren't so pro Jordan that the guy can do no wrong? Seriously.. it's disgusting how most of you are constantly licking his balls....

Anyone know of another forum? This is getting pretty gross.. I feel awkward being here, since I only recognize Jordan as one of the best instead of the Creator of Heaven and Earth and All Things Holy

[Samurai Swoosh]

The only thing that bothers me with Jordan, and has for a few years now ... he will actively refer to himself in 3rd person in interviews. It just comes off so bad, and I'm suprised no one has ever said anything to him about it, even in jest.

[dyna]

I think Jordan can still average 12 ppg in today's NBA.
I think something like 15.:confusedshrug:

[imdaman99]

The only thing that bothers me with Jordan, and has for a few years now ... he will actively refer to himself in 3rd person in interviews. It just comes off so bad, and I'm suprised no one has ever said anything to him about it, even in jest.
Because he can do no wrong. He is god to a lot of the dudes on here.

Sh*t he can even live down drafting Kwame Brown because of his name. He can't get fired. Well I guess same holds true for Elgin Baylor, that dude been killing the Clips for countless years.

[Jacks3]

I loved his speech but the dude is seriously an ass-hole. :oldlol:

[DonDadda59]

I love how some of you guys are marvelling at the fact that he is so conceited :rolleyes: Oh HOW COULD OUR GOD MICHAEL JORDAN STAY GROUNDED? You all act like his sh*t don't stink. Guess what, he was more likely crying because he can't play anymore and keep all the attention on him rather than because he was honored in being inducted.

Oh yeah he will accomplish more in life than any other basketball player, but he won't live forever. Once you're dead, what good does it do him? No sirree he is not my god. Arrogance and being conceited, wonderful way to go. I guess everyone loved that about MJ but hate it about the players nowadays. Where were these message boards 20 years ago when he was going about his cockiness without a championship?

GOAT fine, but I don't have to like him. Good luck in your next life MJ. Quit with evaluating talent, its obvious you aren't as good at it as Krause was :rolleyes:

:roll:

The Kobe nut lickers are FUMING today :mad: :rant

Just take a nice nap, it'll all be better when you wake up. Jordan can't hurt you any more.

[andgar923]

:roll:

The Kobe nut lickers are FUMING today :mad: :rant

Just take a nice nap, it'll all be better when you wake up. Jordan can't hurt you any more.
Or can he?

[raptorfan_dr07]

:roll:

The Kobe nut lickers are FUMING today :mad: :rant

Just take a nice nap, it'll all be better when you wake up. Jordan can't hurt you any more.

:oldlol: :oldlol: :oldlol: No kidding, huh? It's funny how mad they are. Kobe will probably be booed at his induction just like his own hometown did him at the all star game. :roll: :roll: :roll:

[iounas]

I loved his speech but the dude is seriously an ass-hole. :oldlol:
Is the 23min speech on NBA.com the whole thing because I didnt see anything wrong with the speech as some are saying.. He talks about what drived him to improve and stuff.
You wanted him to say that he was never the best player on the team like Stockton said or something?
Post why you thing he was an ******* in speech cause I dont get it

[Quizno]

awesome speech. loved the story with stockton :oldlol:

[andgar923]

I mean this.... Stockton needs his own show.

[imdaman99]

:roll:

The Kobe nut lickers are FUMING today :mad: :rant

Just take a nice nap, it'll all be better when you wake up. Jordan can't hurt you any more.
You p*ssies that put athletes and celebs on a pedestal are useless. I honestly don't give a f*ck about Kobe off the court. But it seems you all would bend over and let MJ do you dirty on and off the court.

"come on mj, just once please? so i could make everyone jealous on insidehoops forums, where i would than be > andy and bruce. you dont even gotta lube. i can tell everyone how you grunted when you did it."

f*ck outa here with that weak ****. mj's **** stinks too, especially now since he gettin old and rancid and couldn't even cover shandon anderson if he wanted to. you and the jedi can go on with your circle jerks, whatever makes ya feel good :confusedshrug:

[imdaman99]

:oldlol: :oldlol: :oldlol: No kidding, huh? It's funny how mad they are. Kobe will probably be booed at his induction just like his own hometown did him at the all star game. :roll: :roll: :roll:
:lol no surprise with your reply pal. you come into an mj thread to talk about kobe :oldlol:

[DonDadda59]

You p*ssies that put athletes and celebs on a pedestal are useless. I honestly don't give a f*ck about Kobe off the court. But it seems you all would bend over and let MJ do you dirty on and off the court.

"come on mj, just once please? so i could make everyone jealous on insidehoops forums, where i would than be > andy and bruce. you dont even gotta lube. i can tell everyone how you grunted when you did it."

f*ck outa here with that weak ****. mj's **** stinks too, especially now since he gettin old and rancid and couldn't even cover shandon anderson if he wanted to. you and the jedi can go on with your circle jerks, whatever makes ya feel good :confusedshrug:

Damn, Jordan being inducted into the Hall of Fame ruined your whole week, huh? Well, look at it this way. Just circle the date on your calendar when the Lakers are coming to MSG, then- like a true NY sports fan- you can get dolled up in your pretty purple Kobe jersey and go chant 'MVP, MVP' for him on your team's home court like the dick-riding fa&&ot you are, posting that homo sh*t above.

I'm sure that'll cheer you up. Good night :cheers:

[Showtime]

I mean this.... Stockton needs his own show.
Apparently he lives next to his parents in Spokane. If his pops still owns that bar, I should check it out next time I'm there.

[Jacks3]

Is the 23min speech on NBA.com the whole thing because I didnt see anything wrong with the speech as some are saying.. He talks about what drived him to improve and stuff.
You wanted him to say that he was never the best player on the team like Stockton said or something?
Post why you thing he was an ******* in speech cause I dont get it
You need to watch the whole speech. The guy comes off as extremely egotistic and narcissistic.

[imdaman99]

hah i knew i struck a nerve. thank you for bringing up kobe in an mj thread where i had not mentioned him whatsoever. we all know everything i wrote was true, which is why you had to resort to bashing kobe. my hatred for jordan has nothing to do with kobe. but i see your true colors, we know whats always on your mind champ. goodnight dude.

[Da_Realist]

Wish he would have been less combative and less arrogant, but hey...i can't complain because I've always wanted to see behind the curtain he was held behind throughout his career. I can say this...it is so fitting that he wore red and black throughout most of his career. :oldlol:

He was funny and he connected with the audience much better than the others and much better than I anticipated. I always thought he was dry, but I see that was just his handlers holding him back. He had several laugh out loud moments but I still felt the need to pull him to the side and say to him, "You won. All these obstacles you mentioned...you beat them all. You've already rubbed it in everyone's faces. They appreciate...even ADORE your efforts. Why rub it in again right now?"

Mentioning the "freeze out" game was cringe-worthy for me because I don't think Isiah, Gervin or Magic deserved that in such a public setting. And he shouldn't have called Jeff Van Gundy the "little guy".

I wouldn't say I disliked his speech. I just don't think it was completely appropriate for the Hall of Fame induction.

[The_Yearning]

Great speech by Jordan, he's really an emotional guy, and he was being honest too. His discussion of his motivation and inspiration to work hard was great.

i've been noticing your post and they all seem so neutral and pu$$y to me for some reaason

[ShaqAttack3234]

I think something like 15.:confusedshrug:

Atleast, maybe more if he got into shape. At 40 he was still putting up 20, 6 and 4 despite coming off the bench for a while. And the league has become easier for perimeter players since then.

[hawkfan]

http://news.puggal.com/michael-jordan-girlfriend-yvette-prieto-7976/

http://images.dailyradar.com/media/uploads/ballhype/story_large/2009/02/27/mj_and_yvette_prieto.jpg

http://www.bustedcoverage.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/18950-zoe-duchesne-04-122-479lo-122-479lo.jpg

[john_d]

http://www.chicagotribune.com/media/photo/2009-09/michael-jordan-s-girlfriend_49207834.jpg

for those who spent 11 pages looking for the picture

[Kevin_Garnett_5]

You p*ssies that put athletes and celebs on a pedestal are useless. I honestly don't give a f*ck about Kobe off the court. But it seems you all would bend over and let MJ do you dirty on and off the court.

"come on mj, just once please? so i could make everyone jealous on insidehoops forums, where i would than be > andy and bruce. you dont even gotta lube. i can tell everyone how you grunted when you did it."

f*ck outa here with that weak ****. mj's **** stinks too, especially now since he gettin old and rancid and couldn't even cover shandon anderson if he wanted to. you and the jedi can go on with your circle jerks, whatever makes ya feel good :confusedshrug: :roll: :roll: :oldlol: This guy is furious. :oldlol: :roll: :roll:

[DieHardBullsFan]

Jordan walking a fine line between funny and just being a conceited jackass.


I just dont get it :confusedshrug:

When athletes have speeches or give interviews...ppl complain about them not being themselves, robotic and saying the same lines....but when they do speak form the heart and say whats really on their minds...they are called conceited or a jerk....


What I got from the speech is this: I thought he had humor, showed emotion, thanked everyone...I thought it was one of the best HOF speeches ever....it was different and had a twist to it...It wasnt your typical "HOF thank you and Im getting choked up speech..."

And when your the best at anything and can back it up...your allowed to talk a little smack.....

Also...his angle to his speech was his motivation and thats why he talked about the Byron Russell's, getting cut from high school and how his bro and sis tried to compete with him...and tied it back to the angle of his speech..

Granted, it was not organized...but I rather have someone speaking from the heart than on 5 pieces of paper like Sloan did...(not taking anything from Sloan....the dry "old grampa" humor worked well with his speech!)

[catch24]

I just dont get it :confusedshrug:

When athletes have speeches or give interviews...ppl complain about them not being themselves, robotic and saying the same lines....but when they do speak form the heart and say whats really on their minds...they are called conceited or a jerk....


What I got from the speech is this: I thought he had humor, showed emotion, thanked everyone...I thought it was one of the best HOF speeches ever....it was different and had a twist to it...It wasnt your typical "HOF thank you and Im getting choked up speech..."

And when your the best at anything and can back it up...your allowed to talk a little smack.....

Also...his angle to his speech was his motivation and thats why he talked about the Byron Russell's, getting cut from high school and how his bro and sis tried to compete with him...and tied it back to the angle of his speech..

Granted, it was not organized...but I rather have someone speaking from the heart than on 5 pieces of paper like Sloan did...(not taking anything from Sloan....the dry "old grampa" humor worked well with his speech!)

Pretty much...Still don't see the problem here. You're faulting Michael for being....well, Michael.

[NBASTATMAN]

http://www.chicagotribune.com/media/photo/2009-09/michael-jordan-s-girlfriend_49207834.jpg

for those who spent 11 pages looking for the picture



I could eat off of her.. OH YEA..

[Samurai Swoosh]

Jordan finally one up'ed Kobe in the wifey department.

:roll:

[Samurai Swoosh]

Wish he would have been less combative and less arrogant, but hey...i can't complain because I've always wanted to see behind the curtain he was held behind throughout his career. I can say this...it is so fitting that he wore red and black throughout most of his career. :oldlol:

He was funny and he connected with the audience much better than the others and much better than I anticipated. I always thought he was dry, but I see that was just his handlers holding him back. He had several laugh out loud moments but I still felt the need to pull him to the side and say to him, "You won. All these obstacles you mentioned...you beat them all. You've already rubbed it in everyone's faces. They appreciate...even ADORE your efforts. Why rub it in again right now?"

Mentioning the "freeze out" game was cringe-worthy for me because I don't think Isiah, Gervin or Magic deserved that in such a public setting. And he shouldn't have called Jeff Van Gundy the "little guy".

I wouldn't say I disliked his speech. I just don't think it was completely appropriate for the Hall of Fame induction.
I must've seen a shortnened version because I didn't see the "freeze out" game mentioned.

[macpierce]

i loved john stocktons speech lol but yeah MJ's speech was 30 minutes of HOW COMPETITIVE I AM and talking about winning, seriously i couldnt imagine hanging out with the guy, he would literally talk about winning and beating me the entire time lol

[Shepseskaf]

http://www.chicagotribune.com/media/photo/2009-09/michael-jordan-s-girlfriend_49207834.jpg

for those who spent 11 pages looking for the picture
She looks like Nicole Simpson. Better not cheat on MJ....

[OneMoreSucka]

She looks like Nicole Simpson. Better not cheat on MJ....
I'm thinking it's the other way around

[Nevaeh]

I'm sorry but I just don't understand how America became so P@ssified and Emo all of a sudden. If some of you guys thought this speech was harsh, then believe me, you would NOT want to hear a young, mic'ed up Jordan talking trash.

I remember a game in 96 where the cam mics were picking up F bombs left and right. What's also really amazing is how people will cuss around their kids but freak out when their Kids' favorite player does it lol.

Jordan has that Biting sense of humor that you just either "get" or don't. I never put Dude on a ridiculous pedestal where he was perfect. In fact, any Jordan defense i've ever noticed here at ISH is based off of "The Game Of Basketball", not how he said good morning to someone.

[Riker]

I'm sorry but I just don't understand how America became so P@ssified and Emo all of a sudden. If some of you guys thought this speech was harsh, then believe me, you would NOT want to hear a young, mic'ed up Jordan talking trash.

I remember a game in 96 where the cam mics were picking up F bombs left and right. What's also really amazing is how people will cuss around their kids but freak out when their Kids' favorite player does it lol.

Jordan has that Biting sense of humor that you just either "get" or don't. I never put Dude on a ridiculous pedestal where he was perfect. In fact, any Jordan defense i've ever noticed here at ISH is based off of "The Game Of Basketball", not how he said good morning to someone.

Don't sweat over it, hypocrites are powerful in these times today...

[White Chocolate]

Just wondering, did Jordan ever mention Drazen Petrovic in his speech?

[Riker]

Just wondering, did Jordan ever mention Drazen Petrovic in his speech?
:wtf:

[andgar923]

i loved john stocktons speech lol but yeah MJ's speech was 30 minutes of HOW COMPETITIVE I AM and talking about winning, seriously i couldnt imagine hanging out with the guy, he would literally talk about winning and beating me the entire time lol
And that's basically how it is according to his friends. Which is why they all say he's by far the most competitive person they've ever met, and these happen to be pro athletes.

I remember a while back I made a post stating why Bron will NEVER be better than MJ. Kenny Smith had to explain to him how to be competitive and about the drive to be the best on live tv.

If you have to explain it to somebody then its not in them.

As we all saw last night, MJ is born with it. And its to a level that no other pro basketball player probably ever had.

[White Chocolate]

:wtf:


Why does that warrant a WTF emoticon?

[yeaaaman]

People seem to be getting upset over people celebrating MJ being inducted into the hall of fame... I don't really get it.

[NBASTATMAN]

:ohwell:
Jordan walking a fine line between funny and just being a conceited jackass.



I have to agree..:hammerhead: :hammerhead: :hammerhead: :ohwell:

[andredagiant]

She's not bad, but she's not good enough to receive a holy **** in my opinion. Jordan's daughter though.....whoooo she's gonna be hot as in a few years, I bet she's going to try to pursue a career in hollywood....be a singer or an actress or something. I believe her name is Jasmine Jordan i believe.

[nbastatus]

What happened to his ex?

[White Chocolate]

What happened to his ex?


Juanita or the one that looked like Michael Jackson?

[O.J A 6'4Mamba]

Jordan finally one up'ed Kobe in the wifey department.

:roll:

this

[O.J A 6'4Mamba]

i enjoyed mj speech. It felt like his old days when him and gary payton would talk sh!t to each other. I wish more players would do that.

[Heilige]

http://blogs.bet.com/entertainment/spotlight/bet-blog/assets/2008/12/yvetteprietomichaeljordan.jpg

JESUS, Money ... EPIC hotness on your arm, there.

"Limits like fears, are often just illusions."

Could you imagine MJ out there at 50 years old busting people's asses?

:pimp:



http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/3838/bigupdatelol.gif

[ProfessorMurder]

As happy as I am for Jordan, I wonder how he will fill the void in the second half of his life, because it's pretty obvious that nothing will ever come close to filling that competitive desire quite like basketball did. The man's greatest strengths are also his greatest weaknesses.

Once again, Stockton gets overshadowed and basically dominated by MJ. I was watching some of that Bulls/Jazz game today on ESPN classic from 1997. Every time time, I think that maybe..........maybe the Jazz can really pull it off. Maybe if Malone actually took it to Rodman and the other much smaller defenders instead of settling for jumpers? Maybe if Jerry Sloan's system allowed more freedom for Stockton to shoot the ball. What if/what if/what if/what if.......

The man kept an entire generation of greats ringless. They were all competitive, bloodthirsty freaks, but MJ was simply on a different plateau in that regard that very few people in any competitive setting will ever be able to reach.

Absolutely spectacular post.

I was watching the Jazz/Bulls games a few months back on the Ultimate Jordan DVD thinking, "Oh man, the Jazz are up, I think they can win this." Or, "Malone should've done ____." Obviously I know the Bulls win but there's just something there, something intangible, that makes me not believe it until the very end.

The Bulls dynasty was just incredible, they destroyed the greatest, and kept pushing the usurpers down. If that dynasty never happened, I literally think a different team could've won every year... But because of Jordan none did.

All the speeches were good (Stringer/Sloan went on a little too long). Robinson was surprisingly religious, Stockton was hilarious, and Jordan was exactly how I hoped. He said what he wanted, was emotional, talked some trash, and gave us insight into his life. It was a great ceremony.

[DonDadda59]

Robinson was surprisingly religious

Thought it was common knowledge in the Sports world that David Robinson is a deeply religious man :confusedshrug:

[ProfessorMurder]

Thought it was common knowledge in the Sports world that David Robinson is a deeply religious man :confusedshrug:

Well yeah, it's just that I hadn't seen him interview or speak for so long I forgot. So it was surprising, since I totally spaced on it. I liked his speech a lot... I feel like he was kind of screwed though. He felt rushed while everyone else went on forever.

His speech was like 10 minutes, if that. All the others were more than double that.

[nbastatus]

Juanita or the one that looked like Michael Jackson?
:confusedshrug: