A retrospective of Michael Jordan’s most recent NBA Playoffs series defeat
Michael Jordan, the legendary player for the Chicago Bulls, exuded an air of invincibility and certain success. Regardless of the situation, he was frequently the favorite to win every match and/or series in which he participated.
But having just emerged from an extended break brought on by his initial retirement, the Orlando Magic saw a weakness in Jordan’s defense and exploited it, which led to the final Playoff defeat of His Airness career.Eastern Semis, 1995
Jordan made a surprise return to the Bulls late in the 1994–1995 season, thrilling both the NBA and the city of Chicago. Even though the Bulls’ roster was devoid of several players from their past championship teams, Jordan’s comeback made them an overwhelming favorite to win the championship. Horace Grant, a power forward, was one important player who was already with the Orlando Magic.
His Airness was obviously still rusty, even if he was still a fantastic player, averaging 31 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. Taking advantage of the situation, the Magic won the series in six games. That was Jordan’s final postseason loss while playing for the Bulls.
gave the Magic recognition and legitimacyMagic guard Nick Anderson says no one will ever be able to take away from them the distinction of winning that series.I think we are still the last club to beat the Bulls in a postseason series, and that was very big for us as a young team and a franchise, Anderson remarked.
We gained a lot of respect and reputation from defeating Michael and the Bulls in that manner. I am aware that M.J. was about to come out of retirement, but we prevailed because, as they say, the game had to be played.