Michael Jordan issues statement on Georgetown giant John Thompson’s passing
Posted Sep 1, 2020
In his UNC years, Michael Jordan became well-acquainted with John Thompson’s Hoya squads, most notably in the 1982 national championship game. Jordan’s last-second, game-winning jumper propelled the Tar Heels to the storied program’s third title, and Dean Smith’s first. Jordan released the following statement in the wake of the news of Thompson’s death:
(NBC Sports)
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