Most Valuable Content: Michael Jordan Edition

Today’s Last Dance documentary is the most anticipated sports series of all-time. As many sports outlets are providing high-quality content about Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls, here’s the Most Valuable Intel from the top MJ-related articles in sports:

What to Know About Jordan's Bulls

FULL ARTICLE: ‘The Last Dance’: What to Know About Michael Jordan’s Bulls Before Watching the Doc by Nick Friedell, ESPN

What to Know About MJ’s Bulls Before Watching the Documentary by @NickFriedell, @ESPN https://t.co/sxVLPlaYLN
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MOST VALUABLE INTEL: During the 1990’s, the Chicago Bulls were one of the most popular franchises and most talked about sports teams on the globe. Jordan retired for the first time prior to the 1993-94 season. With the team’s acquisition of polarizing talent Dennis Rodman, the Bulls instantly became a stronger rebounding and defensive squad. This personnel change played a pivotal role in the Chicago team reaching a “then-record” 72 wins. The 10-part documentary series about the most legendary athlete of all-time showcases both his historic feats and shortcomings.

Similarities Between MJ and LBJ

FULL ARTICLE: Michael Jordan and LeBron James Are More Similar Than You Think Sam Quinn, CBS Sports

HOT: Michael Jordan & LeBron James are More Similar Than You Think by @SamQuinnCBS, @CBSSports https://t.co/whedMNOj1X
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MOST VALUABLE INTEL: While there are many differences between the play styles of Michael Jordan and LeBron James, NBA fans tend to overlook major similarities between the two gifted athletes. Specifically, the struggling Chicago Bulls moved Jordan to Point Guard in 1989 similarly to the Lakers identifying James as the primary ball-handler in 2019. The changes ultimately led to both teams playing more effectively and efficiently, as their star players used their athleticism and scoring prowess to facilitate the offense. The other reasons that describe how Jordan and LeBron are more alike than not will surprise even the most committed Jordan/LeBron fans.

Jordan's Untouchable Scoring Prowess

FULL ARTICLE: Why Michael Jordan’s Scoring Prowess Still Can’t Be Touched by Kirk Goldsberry, ESPN

HOT: Why Michael Jordan’s Scoring Prowess is Untouched by @kirkgoldsberry, @ESPN https://t.co/S1APHD6wBI
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MOST VALUABLE INTEL: It is common knowledge that Jordan is one of the best NBA scorers ever. What is unappreciated about his game is how efficient he was. In the 1996-97 season, Jordan shot 50% from mid-range and knocked down over 40% from behind the arc WHILE leading the team in shots attempted. In addition to Jordan’s many accolades, he should also be known as the most efficient jump-shooter in NBA history. More data is published in the article to explain whether Jordan would be as productive in today’s modern NBA that has significantly reduced the power of the mid-range shot.

NBA GOAT Debate

FULL ARTICLE: NBA GOAT Debate: Big Questions on Michael Jordan and the Greatest Players Ever by ESPN

HOT: NBA Greatest of All-Time Discussion by @ESPN https://t.co/ffSFZPWhd5
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MOST VALUABLE INTEL: In addition to Michael Jordan and LeBron James, experts agree on a handful of names that deserve to be included in the GOAT debate. Long-term dominance over the course of an NBA career plays a factor in determining GOAT legitimacy, but there is one overwhelming element that identifies a player as an all-time great; Leadership. Jordan and LeBron do not only make their teammates better, but they also deliver greatness when their teammates needed them most. While heroes such as Magic Johnson, Wilt Chamberlain, and Oscar Robertson are mentioned in the GOAT conversation, is it realistic to think that an active young star could join them in the future?

10 Things We Want to See in MJ Doc

FULL ARTICLE: 10 Things We Want to See in ‘The Last Dance’ Michael Jordan Documentary by Will Gottlieb and Sean Highkin

HOT: 10 Things We Want to See in the Michael Jordan Documentary by @wontgottlieb & @highkin, @BleacherReport https://t.co/haMG0qlIRo
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MOST VALUABLE INTEL: With professional sports on hold for the foreseeable future, fans around the world are tuned in to watch The Last Dance documentary about Michael Jordan’s all-time legendary NBA career. On the topic of their second three-peat (1996-98), the Chicago Bulls did not compete against a daunting opponent until the playoffs of 1998. Led by 3pt extraordinaire Reggie Miller, the Indiana Pacers pushed the Bulls into a winner-takes-all Game 7, but ultimately lost by six points due to Jordan’s phenomenal 28-9-8 performance. The additional nine things that fans hope to see in Jordan’s documentary are all questions NBA fans have had since Jordan’s peak in ’90s.