Michael Jordan talks for first time after buying Bobcats

Posted Mar 19, 2010
Thursday night Michael Jordan spoke publicly for the first time since becoming the majority owner of the Charlotte Bobcats. The press conference at Time Warner Cable Arena took place one day after NBA owners approved Jordan's $275 million purchase of the team. Jordan stressed his North Carolina roots. He talked about growing up in Wilmington and playing for UNC, where he helped the Tar Heels win the 1982 championship. (WMBF News)

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