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Michael Jordan is a name that resonates with millions around the world. Thanks to his brilliant career in the NBA and his huge business empire, Jordan is one of the most recognizable faces in the world.

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Being the children of Michael Jordan is no easy task. Although fame and fortune do seem nice, the pressure and the lack of privacy are certainly some of the drawbacks. 

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MJ’s daughter Jasmine Jordan once opened up about the experiences of being Jordan’s daughter. She currently works for her father’s company and has an important role.

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However, she wasn’t given the position by default. Jasmine worked her way up the ladder to get to where she is currently. During an interview, she said, ” I didn’t come in with my last name printed out in an office and taking executive roles. I’m going to work my way to that point.”

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Jasmine works as a field representative for the Nike Jordan brand and she also helped create the Air Jordan XI Heiress back in 2018. Moreover, she played a crucial role when the company expanded its roster and signed WNBA stars.

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I did a lot of research during COVID, had a lot of conversations. I got the green light in mid-2020, saying, ‘Hey, we’re about to expand our roster’ — that’s all I needed“, said Jasmine.

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Thanks to such efforts from Jasmine and the brand, five WNBA stars were signed to the brand. Stars like Asia Durr, Maya Moore, and others were signed to the brand. (Source: WNBA)

Did Michael Jordan’s kids try their hands at basketball?

Michael Jordan has three kids with his ex-wife Juanita Vanoy and two kids who happen to be twins with his current wife Yvette Prieto. 

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Jordan’s eldest son, Marcus did try his hands at basketball. He played college-level basketball for UCF and never really succeeded in his father’s path. On the other hand, Jordan’s younger son Jeffrey also played college basketball. He represented the University of Illinois.

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What is your favorite memory of Michael Jordan? Let us know in the comments down below.

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Abhinava Ghosh is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports with a wealth of experience covering the league. He has written over 1400 articles for EssentiallySports, showcasing his expertise in analyzing and reporting on NBA trade rumors, injury updates, and the ever-changing dynamics of the league. He had successfully covered the entire Kevin Durant trade saga at Brooklyn, which led to the basketball legend’s move to the Desert. He also kept our readers updated on the Brittney Griner situation throughout her exile in Russia. One of Abhinava's proudest moments came in 2015 when the Golden State Warriors won the NBA title after 40 years. As a lifelong fan of the Dubs, Abhinava was thrilled to see his team reach the pinnacle of the sport, but he remained objective and professional in his reporting.

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