Larsa Pippen She received her fair share of criticism for her relationship with Marcus Jordan, son of basketball legend Michael Jordan. The 16-year gap between the reality star and the Trophy Room founder has made many people uncomfortable. Jordan Sr. also happens to be a long-time Chicago Bulls teammate of her ex-husband, Scottie Pippen.
Jalen Rose, who played against both Pippen and Jordan in the NBA two years ago, weighed in on Larsa’s complicated situation. The basketball player-turned-analyst has a unique perspective on the subject because he’s familiar with Pippen’s ex-wife and Jordan’s son.
When asked to comment on the then-rumored contentious relationship, the former Indiana Pacers star had this to say:
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“Certain relationships used to be off limits. In theory, I want everyone to be happy and live their best life. But the best thing I can say for her (Larsa Pippen) is , she should treat him (Marcus Jordan) as a nephew rather than a partner.”
Jalen Rose recently retweeted him, doubling down on his words from two years ago. That’s certainly what Rose was thinking when six-time champion Michael Jordan was asked if he was okay with the relationship. The answer to “His Airness” is an emphatic “no.”
Larsa Pippen affected by Michael Jordan’s disapproval of her relationship with Marcus Jordan
Larsa Pippen may not have minded Jalen Rose’s comments, but Michael Jordan’s ones affected her. This is not surprising since the player considered by many to be the best basketball player is her boyfriend’s father. Still, she was largely unfazed by her relationship with Marcus Jordan until the Hall of Famer spoke.
Jordan said he doesn’t need his father’s approval for his love life and relationships. However, Pippen was “traumatized,” saying:
“You thought it was funny. I didn’t think it was funny. There was nothing funny about it. … I felt like it was all over the place and I was a little embarrassed.”
Marcus Jordan admits he gave Larsa Pippen a ‘promise ring’ The pair are reportedly planning a wedding, but have yet to agree on a date and location. Jordan said on the Pippen podcast that he prefers two types of ceremonies — public and private. The former will be for some of Pippen’s reality show friends and cast members, while the latter will be for their respective families.
However, it remains to be seen whether Michael Jordan will attend the wedding. If he doesn’t participate, fans will only have to recall what Jalen Rose said about Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan’s relationship.