He probably had the complete NBA fanbase's attention (or most of it), but the world's? That's an overestimation of the appeal of the NBA.
That's true I suppose. But I still say it's only of interest to NBA fans. I am not a fan of the NBA and would not have even known about what he said if not for reading it here.
Zip it up, Jordan! I feel embarrased for his professors at NC. Well..I am not sure what the 500 people who viewed the broadcast thought of MJ's speech, but I came away thinking he sure didn't receive much in the way of an education while attending NC. Seriously, who would hire this guy for a public speaking engagement? While the man can surely dribble a basketball, I don't think he uttered one complete sentence...and he dangled his participles all over the stage. The terms clod and buffoon came to mind during the 9-minutes I viewed this dullard speak on YouTube. Anyway, other than MJ's disjointed and nonsensical mutterings, I honestly couldn't make heads or tails of what he was trying to say?
This has been my opinion...and I am always right about my opinion.
This wasn't the first time Jordan has spoken in public unless you've been living under a rock for the last 25 years. He's always been well spoken. Quit trying to make it out like he spoke ebonics or something.Well..I am not sure what the 500 people who viewed the broadcast thought of MJ's speech, but I came away thinking he sure didn't receive much in the way of an education while attending NC. Seriously, who would hire this guy for a public speaking engagement? While the man can surely dribble a basketball, I don't think he uttered one complete sentence...and he dangled his participles all over the stage. The terms clod and buffoon came to mind during the 9-minutes I viewed this dullard speak on YouTube. Anyway, other than MJ's disjointed and nonsensical mutterings, I honestly couldn't make heads or tails of what he was trying to say?
This has been my opinion...and I am always right about my opinion.
It's the only I've been to, but it was when I was a kid so I don't remember it at all.
Well..I am not sure what the 500 people who viewed the broadcast thought of MJ's speech, but I came away thinking he sure didn't receive much in the way of an education while attending NC. Seriously, who would hire this guy for a public speaking engagement? While the man can surely dribble a basketball, I don't think he uttered one complete sentence...and he dangled his participles all over the stage. The terms clod and buffoon came to mind during the 9-minutes I viewed this dullard speak on YouTube. Anyway, other than MJ's disjointed and nonsensical mutterings, I honestly couldn't make heads or tails of what he was trying to say?
This has been my opinion...and I am always right about my opinion.
I don't disagree...just assumed a 46-year businessman would be able to deliver a decent speech. He certainly isn't camera shy.I'll have you know that Michael Jordan had speech issues as I child where he had a stuttering problem. Not too many people know that, and went on and became one of the greatest sports figures of all time AND one of the most well known human beings ever.....he did pretty good.
What in the world are you talking about? I asked no questions. I expected no answers. I simply pointed out his speech was filling with rambling diatribes directed toward the great unwashed (e.g., fans, coaches, other players). While I have never been a fan of the "trash talkers", there is time and place for everything.
I was referring to the public's questions. He was answering the public. People are always badgering him with questions like "What's it like to be Michael Jordan", and "Where did you get your motivation from?" Jordan simply explained that he was driven by various slights against him. Some were real, some were perceived. You can say it's petty and he should let it go, but he was honest. Now people act like they're shocked. What a bitter man he is. Fine. But Jordan is hardly alone. I can't wait to hear Kobe Bryant's induction speech. Of course if he has any sense he'll just say he played for the love of the game, and to make children happy.What in the world are you talking about? I asked no questions. I expected no answers. I simply pointed out his speech was filling with rambling diatribes directed toward the great unwashed (e.g., fans, coaches, other players). While I have never been a fan of the "trash talkers", there is time and place for everything.
Michael Jordan's time and place in history is to assume the role of an elder statesman and an ambassador of goodwill for the basketball. There is no question MJ failed miserably in his new role. While you are certainliy entitled to your opinion, it would be a wrong one.
Appropriate Quote:
"It's hard to listen to a filthy-rich man complain about the price of tickets for his enshrinement in his sport's hall of fame. But that, among other cringe-worthy moments is exactly what Michael Jordan did."
Cough, Bullsh!t, cough.
