‘Perfect storm’: Steve Kerr recalls Michael Jordan and Bulls ‘dream’ in 1995-96

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was one of 13 members of the team celebrating last night at the Chicago Bulls Ring of Honor. The ceremony, held at halftime of the Bulls’ game against the Warriors, was marred by fan dissatisfaction with the hiring of former general manager Jerry Krause. Although the 58-year-old was shocked by the whole process, he has fond memories of the legendary band’s time together in the ’90s. He spoke about his journey with Michael Jordan and the Bulls in a pregame interview.

Kerr said Jordan was motivated and excited about the era of change in 1995. It was also around that time that the Bulls traded former rival Dennis Rodman from the San Antonio Spurs. Explaining the synergy that propelled the Bulls to greatness, Kerr said: “Yeah, it was a perfect storm, yeah, it was. Michael came back from the year before when he only played a few games in the playoffs. He was so positive that we obviously traded for Dennis . Phil has been outstanding all season. “We have a lot of talent. “

I have continued”, “Toni Kukoc, Ron Harper, we had so much talent and the team was so motivated, that year felt like a dream. “It was hands down the best time of my life.” The Bulls were dominant throughout the 1995-96 season, going 72-10 to set an NBA regular-season record that would stand for two decades until his Warriors went 73-9 in 2015-16. achievements.

In the playoffs, Chicago lost just one game before the NBA Finals, against the Seattle SuperSonics. Although the Sonics stole two games from the Bulls, there was no doubt who was better. The Bulls won 4-2 in the Finals, capping perhaps the greatest season in league history.

It was during his time in Chicago that Cole gained widespread recognition. His nail-biting game-winning jump shot in Game 6 of the 1997 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz is still fresh in the memory of everyone in the Windy City.

Jordan won three of five championships as a player in Chicago, and his partnership with Kerr became synonymous with the Bulls’ dominance. However, their relationship was not without turmoil.

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Michael Jordan and Steve Kerr won 3 championships together after brawl

It took a dramatic fight and argument for Jordan to gain faith in his former teammate and create a bond that fans witnessed during the game. Their partnership was put to the test in 1995 when the two met after Jordan returned from retirement for the first time.

One notable incident was a physical altercation between Jordan and Kerr. During the altercation, Jordan punched Kerr in practice. The fallout resulted in Jordan being temporarily ejected from practice by coach Phil Jackson. Jordan later reflected on his actions and expressed regret. He even reached out to Kerr and apologized.

All’s well that ends well, right? Together with their teammates, the duo led the Bulls to their historic second three-peat. When it’s meant to be, it’s just meant to be.

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