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Michael Jordan idolized his brother. He thought he had half his skills. His brother wore 45. Half of that is 22.5. Round that off and that's 23. When Jordan came back to the Bulls after his first retirement, he briefly wore the number 45 before going back to #23 in the 1996-97 season.
Michael Jordan idolized his older brother Larry who wore 45. Michael wanted to be half the man Larry was so divided 45 by 2 and rounded it up to 23.
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What number did Michael Jordan choose?
He chose number 23.
Who is number 23 on the Chicago Bulls?
The legend of Michael Jordan. Michael Jordan was number 23.
What year did Michael Jordan join the NBA choose number 23?
1984
Michael Jordan's number pick?
Michael Jordan chose number 23.
What number is Michael Jordan?
23
Why did LeBron James choose 23?
In tribute to Michael Jordan.
Why did Michael Jordon choose the number?
michal Jordan did not choose the #23 the bulls choose it for him, most rookies in any major league sport do not have control over what number they will wear.
Why is the song 23 called 23?
Michael Jordan's number was 23
Who is number 23 on the Chicago bulls basketball team?
Michael Jordan used to be # 23 and his number is retired...so no one has it right now...I think.
What is Michael Jordan's number in bascketball?
23
Michael jordand signiature number?
Michael Jordan's signature number is 23.
Who is the number 23 in Chicago bull?
I think that Michal Jorden was the man to be the # 23.
