Michael Jordan Admits He Hasn’t Touched a Basketball in Years
If you’re wondering when the last time Michael Jordan has picked up a ball and the answer may surprise you.
During halftime of the Houston Rockets-Oklahoma City Thunder opener, the NBA legend returned and spoke with Mike Tricio, revealing that he hasn’t picked up a basketball in years.
“I haven’t picked up a ball in years,” Jordan admitted.
Also, even the billionaire basketball legend still gets nervous to this day.
The 62-year-old recalled the moment he took his last shot, and it was at a rented house where he was staying.
“I met the owner and his grandkids,” he shared with Tricio.
“The owner asked if I’d shoot one free throw on the basketball court at the house. When I stepped up to shoot the free throw, it was the most nervous I’ve been in years.”
Jordan expressed that his nerves didn’t come from the owner, but it came from the owner’s grandkids.
“Those kids heard the stories from their parents about what I did 30 years ago. So their expectation is 30 years prior, and I haven’t touched a basketball,” he explained.
Jordan did confirm that the shot he took went in when asked.
“Absolutely,” he confirmed.
While he may have been nervous to show the youth he still has it, what’s not up for discussion is his business endeavors, as he opened the first Jordan Brand store in the U.S., according to BET.com.
The location is in Philadelphia, in Rittenhouse Square, and is two stories and nearly 7,000 square feet.
The store is designed to be an immersive destination, combining premium products, exclusive drops, and a vibrant tribute to the city's deep hoops heritage.
