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Why is Michael Jordan’s number retired in Miami?
He has blocked more shots than any other Heat players. … The Heat retired Jordan’s number 23 jersey in April 2003 to honor Jordan’s achievements and contributions in basketball. The Heat is the only NBA team other than the Chicago Bulls to have retired the…
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Why did MJ choose 23?
Jordan took up the number 23 jersey from an early age dating back to his time at Laney High School. His older brother Larry was already on the team with the number 45, so Jordan simply halved the number to reach 23 – with the…
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Is 7 an illegal number in basketball?
Because of the N.C.A.A.’s longstanding Rule 1, Section 22, Article 7, Clause b. 2 — the little-known statute that prohibits college basketball players from wearing any of the numerals 6, 7, 8 or 9. Those are the numbers you will not see on a college…
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Did the Bulls retired number 23?
As a way to honor key contributors including players, coaches, fans, broadcasters and announcers, National Basketball Association (NBA) teams often retire their jersey numbers, win totals or microphones. … List. No. 23 Name Michael Jordan Team Chicago Bulls Pos. G Years with franchise 1984–1993 1995–1998…