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Penny Hardaway Explains The Difference Between Michael Jordan In 1995 And 1996

Michael Jordan's return to basketball in 1995 was massive. But he didn't find immediate success with the Bulls, as they were eliminated by the Magic in the playoffs. But they returned in the 1996 ...
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5 things to remember about the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls ahead of their Ring of Honor induction

Few teams have been more emblematic of success than the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls. The team that won 72 regular-season games and the fourth NBA title in franchise history will be enshrined in the ...
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Michael Jordan Was ‘Nervous’ And Cried Before Playing First Game Back From Retirement In 1995 Since It Was His First Time Playing Without His Dad: ‘I Just Felt Naked ...

Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan returned to the NBA in March 1995 after playing baseball. Jordan retired from the NBA in October 1993 following the tragic death of his father. Jordan’s first game ...
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"My father saw me in 23 last" - Michael Jordan on why he wore No. 45 when he returned to the Bulls in 1995

Michael Jordan wore a different jersey number in his first game back after retirement. Mr. Air will forever be linked to 23. After all, that's the number he wore when he won six NBA championships with ...

"I was nervous as s—t" - Nick Van Exel recalls his first game vs. Michael Jordan

Van Exel's conviction stemmed from his own first-hand experience, recalling how the five-time MVP left him completely ...