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Jordan, Michael

Jordan, Michael (1963-...), ranks among the greatest and most exciting players in the history of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Jordan stands 6 feet 6 inches (198 centimeters) tall. He played guard and forward for the Chicago Bulls in the 1980's and 1990's and later joined the Washington Wizards. His spectacular shooting, especially his acrobatic shots near the basket, attracted huge turnouts in every NBA arena.

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