{"id":45861,"date":"2009-09-11T10:43:28","date_gmt":"2009-09-11T15:43:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nicekicks.com\/?p=45861"},"modified":"2022-09-15T09:40:22","modified_gmt":"2022-09-15T14:40:22","slug":"50-memorable-michael-moments-part-2-top-23","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snkrsday.com\/50-memorable-michael-moments-part-2-top-23\/","title":{"rendered":"50 Memorable Michael Moments – Part 2 – Top 23"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
It’s time for round 2 of our Jordan tribute special, just hours before His Airness’ induction into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.<\/p>\n

Be sure to watch the induction of Michael, as well as other greats David Robinson, John Stockton and coach Jerry Sloan, tonight on ESPN and NBA TV, from 6:30PM to 9:00PM, Eastern Time.<\/p>\n

From Air Jordan 1s to Converse Pro Leathers, and from big games at Madison Square Garden to the Playoff performances that took legendary to a whole new level, here are our Top 23 Memorable Michael Moments.<\/p>\n

Click here to see the final 23 Memorable Michael Moments.<\/p>\n

In case you missed it, check out part 1 of our 50 Memorable Michael Jordan Moments.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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23.???Last Game<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jordan made the ruthless fans in Philly go soft as he was given a standing ovation after hitting two free throws after an expected foul. He’d exit the court as the greatest to ever play.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 18<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=JI51190dqK0<\/p>\n

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22. <\/strong><\/span>Rookie of the Year<\/strong><\/p>\n

Averages of 28, 6, and 6 helped Jordan to soar over Hakeem Olajuwon and Sam Bowie for the 84-85 Rookie of the Year Award.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 1<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=j4iBigLScDs<\/p>\n

21. ’96 All Star Game<\/strong><\/p>\n

After de-pantsing Penny Hardaway during pre-game introductions, Jordan proved he was no joke dropping by 20 points in a victory over the West in his second All-Star Game MVP performance.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 11<\/p>\n

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20. AJ 1’s vs NYK<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his last game as a Bull in MSG, Jordan donned OG 1?s he found in his closet for a 42 point, 8 rebound, 6 assist W over the Knicks. <\/span>No word if they were DS or not.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 1<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4YDNe2MaAOc<\/p>\n

19. ’88 All Star Game<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dropping 40 points in a regular season game is newsworthy, but dropping 40 points on a collection of the league?s best players is unheard of. <\/span> led the East over the West in an MVP performance that also saw 8 rebounds, 4 steals, 4 blocks, and 3 assists.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 3<\/p>\n

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httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=uV_JNJwzQG0<\/p>\n

18. GW vs Hornets<\/strong><\/p>\n

Days after being snubbed of an ASG MVP, Jordan stung Glenn Rice and the Hornets for 43 points and a game winner.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 12<\/p>\n

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httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=adZSqLPgMbA<\/p>\n

17. “I?m back”<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our hero came to the rescue as he returned to the struggling Bulls in hopes of making a playoff push. <\/span>The 45 clad Jordan reignited Chicago as they went 13-4 after his return and made the playoffs.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 10<\/p>\n

16. “Is he<\/em> big enough?”<\/strong><\/p>\n

After jamming on the petite John Stockton, a Utah fan heckled Jordan, telling him to pick on someone his own size. Only a few p<\/span>lays later, Jordan threw it down on the 6?11 240lb Mel Turpin, asking the fan ?Is he big enough??<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 2<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Co6c4pDNNEY<\/p>\n

15.?40\/40 Club<\/strong><\/p>\n

Days after his 40th<\/sup> birthday, Mr. Jordan showed no signs of aging, becoming the first 40-year-old to net 40+ points in an NBA game.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 18<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YT9P_OY5bpc<\/p>\n

14.?Dream Team Gold<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Golden Boys demolished the world?s best in iconic fashion as Jordan led the best hoops team ever assembled to international dominance.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 7<\/p>\n

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13. 1996 Finals on Father?s Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

A very emotional moment for MJ and fans as he won his 4th NBA Championship on Father’s Day.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 11<\/p>\n

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12.?Missed FT dunk<\/strong><\/p>\n

Long before the ?Tip Drill? video, His Airness made history and highlights soaring in from behind the 3 point line to slam down a tip dunk off a Scottie Pippen missed free throw.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 11<\/p>\n

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11. <\/strong><\/span>Baseline Move<\/strong><\/p>\n

Trapped in the corner by John Starks and Charles Oakley, MJ went baseline, faked a spin move, and threw it down on college rival Patrick Ewing, rotting Big Apple fans’ chance at Finals berth.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 6<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=A4BswHnf0xM<\/p>\n

10.?Flu Game<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jordan took being “sick” to a whole new level in this ’97 Finals game. <\/span>A bed-ridden MJ mustered up the strength to drop 38 points on the Jazz and send the series home 3-2.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 12<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=69vkEcc-zfc<\/p>\n

9.?63 in the Boston Garden<\/strong><\/p>\n

After the game Larry Bird described this performance as ?God disguised as Michael Jordan.? T<\/span>he Hick from French Lick still may have be underrating MJ’s night.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 1<\/p>\n

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httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Hcy_x5IKgEo<\/p>\n

8.?Double Nickel<\/strong><\/p>\n

Donning the 4-5 for the first time in NY, Jordan dug up the Garden, dropping 55 points on the Knickerbockers. <\/span><\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 10<\/span><\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FBmrGe4zGdY<\/span><\/p>\n

7. ’88 Dunk Contest<\/strong><\/p>\n

In what most consider the greatest Dunk Contest battle of all time, Air Jordan defended his title against the Human Highlight Film. <\/span>MJ?s soaring acrobatics outmatched ?Nique?s two foot power slams en route to his second Slam Dunk Title.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 3<\/p>\n

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httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KJriDpfgQNs<\/p>\n

6.?Glassing Ron Mercer<\/strong><\/p>\n

After having his shot blocked by a young Ron Artest, old Money looked like young Money chasing down a streaking Ron Mercer and pinning his lay up against the glass.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 17<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=w7vsjOHq5E0<\/p>\n

5.?Switching Hands<\/strong><\/p>\n

Magic wasn?t the only one with tricks up his sleeve, as Jordan stole the show in a now-you-see-it now-you-don?t act.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 6<\/p>\n

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4.?The Shrug<\/strong><\/p>\n

Even Money couldn?t believe the 6 triples he dropped on the Blazer?s in Game 1 of the 92 Finals. The Bulls would grab their second title a few games later.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 7<\/p>\n

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3.?The Shot<\/strong><\/p>\n

Down goes Ehlo! <\/span>Jordan escaped a double team to hit a playoff buzzer beater on the Cavs to crush their title hopes on the way to a fist pumping celebration.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 4<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-suuy_tgOjo<\/p>\n

2.?UNC Game-Winner vs G?town<\/strong><\/p>\n

The freshman from Laney High School out-classed the upper classmen, hitting the game-winner in the 1982 NCAA Championship. <\/span>Playing alongside standouts like Sam Perkins and James Worthy, a young MJ lifted the Heels over Patrick Ewing and the Hoyas, showing he had no problem taking big shots.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Converse Pro Leather<\/p>\n

httpv:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vdPQ3QxDZ1s<\/p>\n

1.?Last Shot<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jordan silenced the Jazz in Game 6 of the 98 Finals, crossing over Byron Russell to hit a game- and championship-winning jumpshot.<\/p>\n

Shoe:<\/strong> Air Jordan 14<\/p>\n

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