For a guy who is arguably the Greatest Of All Time, Michael Jordan has enjoyed a relatively quiet life. Once his career ended, Jordan took a low-key approach, trying to stay away from the media’s eyes. However, rare instances of the Chicago Bulls legend making public appearances are well documented. Just a few years ago, videos surfaced of Black Jesus playing pick-up ball with the NFL’s GOAT, Tom Brady. But, the rarity of his appearances hasn’t translated to the rarity of media coverage for Jordan.
Such is the life of fame, and for Mike, it’s always been this way. So, it was no surprise that the media, and fans, quickly took notice of a certain bald-headed $3 billion rich owner in Magic Johnson’s latest video.
Two GOATS chilling in Italy, five feet apart
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Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan have enjoyed a storied history together. Whether it was as teammates on Team USA, or as rivals, the two have seen it all. In fact, Johnson is among the few people Mike still calls a friend.
Magic has always spoken about No. 23 in high regard. Moreover, Jordan’s first of six championships came against Magic himself. So, it was no surprise to see the two legends chilling together in a beautiful Italian restaurant.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) July 12, 2023
With their shared love for food, a mingling of their shared passions was easy to imagine. In the video posted by Magic, keen-eyed viewers can spot the Oscar-winning, legendary, Samuel L. Jackson. While?Nick Fury?engages in a?Secret Invasion on our TVs, his real-life counterpart is enjoying the delicacies of Italy.
The video contains a special singing performance from the staff with the two MJs and Jackson joining in on the fun. While his relationship with Charles Barkley seems irreparable, it’s nice to see Jordan be able to enjoy time with the Los Angeles Lakers legend.
It seems like the multi-billion dollar sale of the Charlotte Hornets worked out well for His Airness.
Michael Jordan earns huge profit in Charlotte sale
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Even though MJ’s stint as surrogate GM didn’t work well with the Washington Wizards, his dream of owning an NBA team finally came true in 2010. At the time, Jordan acquired a majority of the Charlotte Hornets‘ ownership for about $275 million.
While Charlotte struggled as a franchise, making the playoffs just two times, and winning 3 games in the postseason in total, the business side of the decision was enormous. Acquired for less than $300 million, the sale for the team returned a sum close to $3 billion.
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Some have defended Jordan’s tenure with the team. But, regardless of the years spent with the team, his exit and post-ownership life seems to be off to an amazing start.
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