The day Michael Jordan scored 55 points at Madison Square Garden Posted Feb 20, 2015 In 1995, Jordan scored 55 in his first game at Madison Square Garden after his first retirement. It was only Jordan's fifth game back from his 17-month sabbatical, and he unleashed on offensive fury on the defensive-minded Knicks. Jordan dazzled with his typical jump-shooting brilliance and assisted on the game-winning basket after commanding a double team in the final seconds. (Sports Illustrated)