[James Matthew Najera]

Before the Dynasty Began​

Here’s young Michael Jordan in ’86, all confidence and flair, chatting up Sixers coach Billy Cunningham. One was a legend of the past, the other a legend in the making. Jordan hadn’t won a ring yet, but you could see it coming. The talent, the fire—it was all there. Just a few years later, the league would be his. Were you a fan of his? Share your favorite MJ moments below. You can also start your own thread of historic moments here.

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[PhilBurns]

His 1st half shrug against Portland.

 

[James Matthew Najera]

His 1st half shrug against Portland.

Oh, the shrug game! An absolute classic. That moment in the 1992 Finals when MJ dropped 35 points in the first half—including six three-pointers—and then shrugged like, "Even I can’t believe how good I am right now." Iconic. That’s the kind of magic that made MJ MJ.