Jordan Wore His UNC Practice Shorts in Every NBA Game

Posted Oct 1, 2020
Though Michael Jordan never strayed too far from his Tar Heel roots throughout his illustrious 15-year NBA career. During every game he played as a professional, Jordan would wear his UNC practice shorts under his jersey for good luck. It has been reported that His Airness started wearing baggier shorts as a Chicago Bull to conceal the UNC duds underneath. (Inside Carolina)

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