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"The myth is real" - Ethan Strauss highlights inaccuracies in Nick Wright's analysis on Michael Jordan's 1987-88 DPOY honor
The Athletic's reporter, Ethan Strauss, came to the defense of the Chicago Bulls' Michael Jordan after Nick Wright's analysis of the legend's 1987-88 Defensive Player of the Year claims.
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Michael Jordan Had Salty Response After Failing To Win 1987 Award
He also wanted props for defense, which is why he was upset after losing out to Los Angeles Lakers forward Michael Cooper in the 1987 Defensive Player of the Year voting. Afterward, Jordan ...
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When Michael Jordan reminded his critics that he was more than just a scorer: "I just want some credit for my defense"
Jordan's numbers can back Riley's point. During the 1987/88 season, MJ led the league in steals with 3.2 steals per game. Despite being a guard, Michael also normed 1.6 blocks per game.
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"We're going to beat these guys if it kills me" - Michael Jordan desperately wanted to beat Dominique Wilkins and the Atlanta Hawks in 1987
Chicago Bulls head coach Doug Collins noticed that his star shooting guard, Michael Jordan, was a bit more vocal than usual in a November 1987 duel against Dominique Wilkins and the Atlanta Hawks.
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"The highlight of the whole game was when he asked to come out" - When Michael Jordan took himself out of the game with 58 points
Doug Collins was surprised when Chicago Bulls shooting guard Michael Jordan asked to be removed from a game against the New Jersey Nets in 1987. There was a lot of time left, and Mike, who had 58 ...