Revisiting 'The Shot': When Michael Jordan Ascended from MVP to Legend

Posted May 7, 2024
May 7, 1989. On this day in Chicago Bulls history, Michael Jordan began his transition from superstar to legend. Sure, the NBA was aware of the Bulls' phenom guard at the time. Jordan already had won MVP and a Defensive Player of the Year award. But the "killer" in Jordan introduced himself to the world and elevated the legend that became MJ. (On Tap Sports Net)

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