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Jordan was born in Brooklyn, New York
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Jordan attended Emsley A. Laney High School in Wilmington, where he anchored his athletic career by playing baseball, football, and basketball. Jordan became the star of Laney's junior varsity squad.
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Jordan accepted a basketball scholarship to North Carolina. During his three seasons at North Carolina, he averaged 17.7 ppg on 54.0% shooting, and added 5.0 rebounds per game (rpg) Highlights on his College Career
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The Chicago Bulls selected Jordan with the third overall pick. During his first season in the NBA, Jordan averaged 28.2 ppg on 51.5% shooting Early NBA Career
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On October 6, 1993, Jordan announced his retirement, citing a loss of desire to play the game. Jordan then surprised the sports world by signing a minor league baseball contract with the Chicago White Sox on February 7, 1994 MJ's Baseball Career Highlights
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In March 1995, Jordan decided to quit baseball due to the ongoing Major League Baseball strike. Jordan announced his return to the NBA through a two-word press release: "I'm back." "I'm Back"
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With Phil Jackson's (Coach) contract expiring, the pending departures of Scottie Pippen (Best friend). Jordan retired for the second time on January 13, 1999. The Announcement
