His Airness
Michael Jordan
Shooting Guard
Chicago Bulls • Washington Wizards
1984 NBA Draft — 3rd Overall
Biography
Michael Jeffrey Jordan, also known by his initials MJ, is widely considered the greatest basketball player of all time. He played 15 seasons in the NBA, winning six championships with the Chicago Bulls. He was instrumental in popularizing the NBA around the world in the 1980s and 1990s, becoming a global cultural icon in the process. Jordan dominated the league with his scoring prowess, defensive intensity, and clutch performances, earning five MVP awards and six Finals MVP awards. His competitive fire and will to win remain legendary.
Awards & Accolades
6
Championships
6
Finals MVPs
5
MVP Awards
10
Scoring Titles
1
DPOY
14
All-Star Games
10
All-NBA First
9
All-Defensive First
1
Rookie of the Year
2
Slam Dunk Champ
30.1
Career PPG
33.4
Playoff PPG
Season-by-Season Stats
| Season | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | FT% | PER | WS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-85 | CHI | 82 | 28.2 | 6.5 | 5.9 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 50% | 80% | 25.8 | 14 |
| 1985-86 | CHI | 18 | 22.7 | 3.6 | 2.9 | 2.1 | 1.2 | 50% | 80% | 27.5 | 1.5 |
| 1986-87 | CHI | 82 | 37.1 | 5.2 | 4.6 | 2.9 | 1.5 | 50% | 90% | 29.8 | 16.9 |
| 1987-88 | CHI | 82 | 35 | 5.5 | 5.9 | 3.2 | 1.6 | 50% | 80% | 31.7 | 21.2 |
| 1988-89 | CHI | 81 | 32.5 | 8 | 8 | 2.9 | 0.8 | 50% | 80% | 31.1 | 19.8 |
| 1989-90 | CHI | 82 | 33.6 | 6.9 | 6.3 | 2.8 | 0.7 | 50% | 80% | 31.2 | 19 |
| 1990-91 | CHI | 82 | 31.5 | 6 | 5.5 | 2.7 | 1 | 50% | 90% | 31.6 | 20.3 |
| 1991-92 | CHI | 80 | 30.1 | 6.4 | 6.1 | 2.3 | 0.9 | 50% | 80% | 27.7 | 17.7 |
| 1992-93 | CHI | 78 | 32.6 | 6.7 | 5.5 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 50% | 80% | 29.7 | 17.2 |
| 1994-95 | CHI | 17 | 26.9 | 6.9 | 5.3 | 1.8 | 0.8 | 40% | 80% | 22.1 | 2.3 |
| 1995-96 | CHI | 82 | 30.4 | 6.6 | 4.3 | 2.2 | 0.5 | 50% | 80% | 29.4 | 20.4 |
| 1996-97 | CHI | 82 | 29.6 | 5.9 | 4.3 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 50% | 80% | 27.8 | 18.3 |
| 1997-98 | CHI | 82 | 28.7 | 5.8 | 3.5 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 50% | 80% | 25.2 | 15.8 |
| 2001-02 | WAS | 60 | 22.9 | 5.7 | 5.2 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 40% | 80% | 20.7 | 3.3 |
| 2002-03 | WAS | 82 | 20 | 6.1 | 3.8 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 40% | 80% | 19.3 | 6.2 |
Iconic Moments
The Shot (1989)
Jordan hit the series-winning buzzer-beater over Craig Ehlo in Game 5 of the first round against Cleveland. The iconic fist-pump celebration became one of the most replayed moments in NBA history.
63 Points vs. Celtics (1986)
In only his second playoff game after returning from a broken foot, Jordan scored 63 points against the Larry Bird Celtics — a playoff record that still stands. Bird famously said, "That was God disguised as Michael Jordan."
The Flu Game (1997)
Despite battling flu-like symptoms in Game 5 of the 1997 Finals, Jordan scored 38 points including the go-ahead three-pointer, leading the Bulls to a crucial win over the Jazz.
The Last Shot (1998)
With 5.2 seconds left in Game 6 of the 1998 Finals, Jordan stole the ball from Karl Malone, drove the length of the court, and hit the series-winning jumper over Bryon Russell to clinch his 6th championship.
The Shrug Game (1992)
Jordan hit six three-pointers in the first half of Game 1 of the 1992 Finals against Portland, shrugging his shoulders at the broadcast table after each three as if even he couldn't believe it.
The Case for Jordan
Michael Jordan's case for the GOAT is built on unmatched dominance. He went 6-0 in the NBA Finals with 6 Finals MVP awards — he was never pushed to a Game 7 and was the best player every single time. No other player has that level of perfection on the biggest stage.
His 30.1 career PPG remains the highest in NBA history. He won 10 scoring titles, including 7 consecutive. He was also the league's most feared defender, winning DPOY while simultaneously leading the league in scoring — a feat no one else has accomplished.
Jordan's peak is unrivaled. From 1987 to 1993, he dominated every aspect of the game. His competitive fire, clutch performances, and cultural impact transformed the NBA from a niche sport into a global phenomenon.