How Michael Jordan’s feud with Jerry Krause was sparked by alleged racist comments

Michael Jordan achieved unprecedented success chicago bullsbut few can deny that his time with the NBA franchise was tainted by feuds with late players. Jerry Krause.

During the Chicago Bulls Ring of Honor Ceremony on January 13, jordan and klaus Although the latter passed away in 2017, it was still renewed.

when ClausWhen his name was mentioned when the winners were announced, fans expressed their displeasure by booing, causing his widow to burst into tears.

Claus Served as General Manager chicago bulls Played in the NBA from 1985 to 2003, coincidentally JordanTheir prime years and six NBA championships were from 1991 to 1998.

But things were not always good between the two, with Jordan angered by comments allegedly made by the Bulls CEO that have complicated their legacies.

In the book “Fighting to Persistence”: Michael Jordan and the world he created”, released in February 2000, author David Halberstam claim Claus put on label Jordan As their “property,” this was interpreted as a racially charged comment.

An excerpt is as follows: “In relation to Jordanhe declined Jordan’s request to play and said he and Jerry Reinsdorf would make the decision because Jordan was their property.

“This is an extremely stupid thing for any player to do, especially a black player, and it is something Michael Jordan will never forget and will never forgive.”

Why Michael Jordan skipped the awards ceremony

Jordan Conspicuously absent was his absence from the Ring of Honor ceremony, which was organized to reunite some of the NBA franchise’s biggest stars and honor their achievements.

The first Ring of Honor gala was attended by 13 players, coaches and executives. But Jordan did not attend, notifying organizers in advance that he would not be able to attend.

along with Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, Toni Kukoc, Phil Jackson, Artis Gilmore, Johnny “Red” Kerr, Dick Klein, Jay Lee Kraus, Bob Love, Jerry Sloan, Chet Walker and Tex Winter

Both have a place in Bulls folklore – as well as that 1995-96 team that won a record-breaking 72 games.

However, the 60-year-old did record a video in which he said he was “frustrated” at not making it and praised him bulls Whenever he is recognized in public, fans offer kind words.