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Michael Jordan Reflects on Passion vs. Modern NBA Culture

12/3/2025

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Michael Jordan, a former National Basketball Association (NBA) star, discusses a "Love of the Game" clause in his Chicago Bulls contract that allowed him to play freely.
He says his passion contrasts with current players who focus on individual training and notes his six championships from 1991 to 1998.
He notes scrimmages persist but intensity has diminished due to injury concerns, citing Oklahoma City Thunder's Chet Holmgren as an example.

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Michael Jordan, a former National Basketball Association (NBA) star, discusses a "Love of the Game" clause in his Chicago Bulls contract that allowed him to play freely.
He says his passion contrasts with current players who focus on individual training and notes his six championships from 1991 to 1998.
He notes scrimmages persist but intensity has diminished due to injury concerns, citing Oklahoma City Thunder's Chet Holmgren as an example.