A closer look at the biggest achievements of Michael Jordan. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Michael Jordan, also known as MJ, is an American businessman and former professional basketball player widely regarded as the greatest of all time. He played 15 seasons in the NBA, predominantly with the Chicago Bulls, leading them to six NBA championships. Jordan's impact transcended the sport, as he played a pivotal role in popularizing basketball globally and becoming a cultural icon in the 1980s and 1990s.
In 1981, Michael Jordan was selected for the McDonald's All-American Game, scoring 30 points.
In 1982, Michael Jordan made the game-winning jump shot in the NCAA Championship game against Georgetown.
In 1982, Michael Jordan was a freshman member of the North Carolina Tar Heels' national championship team.
In 1983, Michael Jordan was selected by consensus to the NCAA All-American First Team.
In 1983, Michael Jordan won a gold medal while playing for the United States national team at the Pan American Games.
In 1984, Michael Jordan won the Naismith and the Wooden College Player of the Year awards before leaving North Carolina to enter the NBA draft.
During his rookie 1984-85 season, Michael Jordan averaged 28.2 points per game and became a fan favorite, earning the NBA Rookie of the Year award, but also encountering controversy at the All-Star Game. The Bulls also made the playoffs for the first time since the 1980-81 season.
In 1988, Michael Jordan was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year.
In 1990, the Bulls established a new franchise record, setting the stage for their dominance in the upcoming season.
In 1991, Jordan and the Bulls established a 67–15 record and Jordan won his second consecutive MVP award, averaging 30.1 ppg, 6.4 rpg, and 6.1 apg.
In 1992, Michael Jordan won a gold medal at the Tournament of the Americas and the Summer Olympics.
In 1993, Jordan and the Bulls won their third NBA championship, with Jordan averaging a Finals-record 41.0 ppg and becoming the first player in NBA history to win three consecutive Finals MVP awards.
In 1993, Michael Jordan and the Bulls secured a three-peat, winning their third consecutive NBA title. Jordan abruptly retired from basketball to play Minor League Baseball.
On November 1, 1994, the Bulls retired Jordan's No. 23 jersey and erected a permanent sculpture outside the new United Center.
In 1996, Michael Jordan led the Bulls to their fourth NBA championship and a record 72 regular season wins.
In 1998, Jordan led the Bulls to their sixth NBA championship, earning his sixth Finals MVP award and solidifying the highest television rating for any Finals series.
In 1998, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls won their sixth NBA championship.
In 1999, ESPN named Michael Jordan the 20th century's greatest North American athlete.
In 2002, Michael Jordan was named to the ACC 50th Anniversary men's basketball team.
In 2008, The Make-A-Wish Foundation named Michael Jordan its Chief Wish Ambassador.
In September 2009, Michael Jordan was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He selected David Thompson to present him and gave an emotional speech, which was captured by the Associated Press, later becoming the "Crying Jordan" Internet meme.
In 2009, Michael Jordan was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame for his individual career and the United States Olympic Hall of Fame.
In June 2010, Michael Jordan was ranked by Forbes as the 20th-most-powerful celebrity in the world.
In 2010, Michael Jordan was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the 'Dream Team'. He was also inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame in 2010.
In June 2014, Michael Jordan was named the first NBA player to become a billionaire.
On January 20, 2015, Michael Jordan was honored with the Charlotte Business Journal's Business Person of the Year for 2014.
In 2015, Michael Jordan was inducted as an individual member of the FIBA Hall of Fame.
In 2015, Michael Jordan's income was an estimated $110 million, the most of any retired athlete.
In 2016, Michael Jordan became the first billionaire player in NBA history and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama.
In 2016, Michael Jordan was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama.
In 2017, Forbes designated Michael Jordan as the athlete with the highest career earnings.
In October 2021, Michael Jordan was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, honoring his contributions to basketball.
In December 2022, the NBA unveiled a new MVP trophy named in Michael Jordan's honor, replacing the original trophy.
In 2024, Reddick won the NASCAR Cup Series regular season championship, the first for the team.
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