Michael Jordan Basketball News & Bio
| Name: | Michael Jordan | | Hometown: | Wilmington, NC | | High School: | Laney | | Born: | February 17, 1963 (63) | | Height/Weight: | 6-6, 195 | | Position: | G/F | | Notes: | UNC 1982 NCAA Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist, 6x NBA Champion, Basketball Hall of Fame, G.O.A.T., 1981 McDonald's All-American | | Related: | Lynwood Robinson | Dean Shaffer | Jeb Barlow | Jim Braddock |
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Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson, Scott Williams on Malone Hire, Transfer Targets, and MoreFormer UNC forward and NBA Champion Scott Williams joins fellow Tar Heel John Henson to discuss the hiring of Michael Malone, insights on Malone’s staff...
Fri Apr 10, 2026
Malone doesn’t want to 'Be Like Mike,' preferring 'Michael'If a UNC Basketball player wanted to "Be Like Mike," Tar Heels coach Michael Malone would undoubtedly be delighted if they played like Michael Jordan...
Fri Apr 10, 2026
Michael Jordan explains why he was "all in" on NASCAR lawsuit and his vision for the sport
Michael Jordan is back in the spotlight for something he's no stranger to: winning. Jordan's NASCAR team, 23XI Racing, has been dominating this season, securing...
Sun Mar 29, 2026
Marcus Paige's memorable 3-pointer didn't win an NCAA title, but his legacy as a Tar Heel is secure
The UNC locker room was so quiet you could hear the heartbeat of a season ending in ash. Marcus Paige sat with his head down,...
Thu Mar 19, 2026
How Scottie Pippen Got Michael Jordan's Olympic Air Jordan Sneakers
The Dream Team remains one of the most talented basketball teams ever assembled. In addition to getting the United States back to the top of...
Sun Mar 8, 2026