There is no doubt that NBA legend Dennis Rodman has built an incredible legacy with the Detroit Pistons and the Chicago Bulls. Considered one of the best defensive players in the league’s history, Rodman has had quite a thrilling on-court life. However, his off-court life was just as adventurous and perhaps more glamorous. The eccentric basketball legend often loved doing unpredictable things, stuff that was considered ‘unconventional’ in the 90s, like going to a gay club or wearing makeup.
Despite having played for several other teams such as the San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers, Rodman’s career got a significant boost during his stint with the Pistons and the Bulls. Having been selected by the Pistons in 1986, Rodman was part of the ‘Bad Boy Pistons’ and won two straight championships with them. He eventually got traded to the Pistons’ rivals, the Bulls, and went on to win his first-ever three-peat title.
Rodman’s life was quite interesting back then and wouldn’t you love to watch a repeat of certain moments of his life?
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Jonathan Majors set to portray Dennis Rodman
In 2021, Justin Kroll of Deadline broke the news of ’48 Hours in Vegas’ to the world. The Dennis Rodman-inspired movie will mainly focus on Rodman’s adventurous trip to Sin City during the 1997 NBA Finals. This comes a year after Hall of Famer and Rodman’s former teammate Michael Jordan gave a detailed version of the incident in his 2020 docuseries, The Last Dance.
Jonathan Majors talks about a planned project where he’s set to play eccentric NBA legend Dennis Rodman. pic.twitter.com/djtYNsQ1Ze
— AP Entertainment (@APEntertainment) March 7, 2023
About a year later, it was confirmed that Creed III actor Jonathan Majors will be starring in the film as the ‘Rebound King’. When asked about his preparation for the role, Majors recently said, “Oh bro, it’s always slow and steady but it’s like, yeah, I’m get. Hopefully I get to sit with him and chat with him. You know, when we get closer and, you know, trying to get the script right, all these things, you know, all these industry things.”
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Furthermore, he added, “I never really put a ceiling on myself. But this is definitely a role where I’m definitely going to make sure I’m pushing that ceiling out, you know. Because he demands that, you know, he’s such a full individual, you know, so he’s going to demand a lot, you know. And I’ve got to figure out how to get that, you know. So, I’m interested, I’m excited about it.”
NBA Twitter reacts to exciting Rodman news
Following the update on the upcoming Dennis Rodman film, NBA fans shared their excitement on the social media platform along with a few interesting suggestions of their own. Given that Rodman had the habit of crossdressing for events and parties, fans expressed their wish to see Majors in some of the outfits Rodman often wore, i.e., crop tops. Additionally, a fan also dropped a comment that read, “He’ll have to wear a wedding dress.” Take a look at a few more of the comments.
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Dawg!!! A Dennis Rodman biopic could be Oscar worthy, that man’s life has so many interesting storylines and depending on the writing/directing this could be a great role for Jonathan Majors💪🏾 (Character, Costume, Creativity)
— JOHNNIE GOODS (@johnniegoods) March 9, 2023
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He'll have to wear a wedding dress
— Greg (@monwell571) March 8, 2023
academy award. @just_jasmen
— solange sister. (@LencyJenny) March 8, 2023
Major!
— Chris Davis (@playtheCD) March 8, 2023
I can’t wait for this. He about to act his ass off lol
— Wise Words from Jules (@Im_DoubleDigits) March 8, 2023
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What a hunk! He’s a star! I can’t wait to see more of him! https://t.co/aPpD0idcqq pic.twitter.com/gzhObGs6e3
— 💎 (@ImonDiamone) March 9, 2023
After watching how he was walking down on Creed I’d love to see him play Mike Tyson lol https://t.co/AYZpbBqutg
— Jermaine Carter Jr. (@JERMA1NECARTER) March 8, 2023
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