?If You Don?t Call Me?.?: Son Jeffrey Could Never Bypass Intimidating Father Michael Jordan?s Rule to Be in His Kids? Lives

The Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan had a career that will always be difficult to replicate. Winning six NBA Championships require a lot of hard work and consistency.?The Chicago Bulls no. 23 played every game like it was his last during his playing career. He was relentless on the pitch and also in putting effort off the pitch.

Naturally, the player who was a fierce competitor on the court was also a strict father at home. Jordan wanted to be present with his kids as much as he could during his playing career. Years later when his kids grew up, the legend made sure that he was there for his kids at all times.

His oldest son Jeffrey Jordan being the first to go to college, had several rules placed for him by his father.

Michael Jordan and his rules for his kids

Back in 2007, The 6-time NBA Champion revealed what he does to make sure he stays close to his kids during an interview. He revealed what he said to his eldest son Jeffrey Jordan, ?When he comes to school I say you know, ?you gotta call me every 7th day, or within those 7 days, cause if you don?t call me within those 7 days, the 8th day I?m gonna be there ‘?.?

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Jordan?s parents were always very involved in what their children were doing and always wanted to be a part of it. The Bulls legend exudes the same kind of energy for his kids. He wanted to be a part of anything and everything that his children create.

He also never lost his competitive attitude with his kids. His two kids Jeffrey and Marcus Jordan, have said previously that their father would not go easy on them as teenagers while playing basketball. He had the same competitive attitude while playing in the NBA as he had while playing with his young kids.

Jordan?s relationship with his kids

Jeffrey Jordan, MJ?s oldest son has since quit playing basketball professionally. But, he has not stopped making strides in life. Recently, he, alongside his father, has opened a company called Heir Inc.. The company deals with fan engagement for athletes and also other consumer-based entertainment products.

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In 2020, during the promotion of the documentary ?The Last Dance?, Jordan?s kids were interviewed.?

During those interviews, Jordan’s kids revealed how strict and competitive their father was with them growing up.