Not a lot of people have the audacity to challenge Michael Jordan, let alone roast him verbally. Recently, an old clip resurfaced on social media where a famed actor was spotted hilariously trolling the legend after his grand comeback in 1995. The late film icon would have turned 66 if he were still with us today. In commemoration of the indelible impact he left on the world, Sirius XM and Kevin Hart’s ‘Hartbeat’ have unveiled a series of previously unreleased clips from the early days of the legendary athlete’s career.?
Named ‘Bernie Mac: Tapes From a King,’ the series unearthed an old clip from the actor’s interview with the 6x NBA champion.?
Michael Jordan was questioned about his “rocking chair”
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It was rather interesting to watch the basketball legend react to the late actor. During a comedic interview, the actor Bernie Mac asked about the feelings of the Chicago Bulls legend upon his 1995 return to the league. While many might have hesitated, Mac had the confidence to directly ask Jordan how he felt about returning to the game at the age of 33.
He asked him, “How do you mentally feel by playing another full season after your comeback being old at 33.”?
After seeing a slight frown on Mike’s face Mac pushed the ante by making his tone clearer. He asked the 5x NBA MVP how it felt to return to the hardwood after “getting up out of your rocking chair, so to speak.”
At first, MJ appeared surprised by the question, but he quickly caught on to the playful tone. When Mac referred to him as the “old man Jordan” his words were received with Jordan?s laughter. Here is the post featuring their interaction.
Bernie Mac with Michael Jordan. 📹 pic.twitter.com/kTC11faRCT
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Not only the actor, but the entire world was eager to hear the answer to his question.
Before staging his remarkable comeback, Michael Jordan took an 18-month hiatus from basketball to pursue baseball. This break raised doubts about whether he could successfully return to the game. Of course, now, we all know the answer.
Michael Jordan’s come-back in 1995
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Jordan’s sudden announcement of retirement after his three-peat was a big shock indeed.
Whether it was the media’s relentless focus on his gambling tendencies or the emotional weight of losing his father, he couldn?t find his passion for playing basketball.
However, His Airness returned to his throne once again in 1995. As you know, he didn?t disappoint.
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Jordan ultimately silenced all of his skeptics with his remarkable performance and second three-peat, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
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