A Shot On Ehlo

A Shot On Ehlo

How Michael Jordan's greatness made "GOAT" the most annoying debate in sports

How did the NBA GOAT debate became so aggressive and territorial? Look back 30 years ago, to February 1991.

Jack M Silverstein
Feb 17, 2021
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Opening screenshot from “Michael Jordan’s Playground,” released in February 1991.

In 2021, where “6-0” is the GOAT debate hammer blow, it might be hard to recall a time when Michael Jordan was simultaneously the clear-cut best player in the league, already possibly the greatest ever and still considered someone who “can’t win.”

But on his 28th birthday 3…

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