Following his permanent retirement from the NBA, Michael Jordan sought to maintain his connection with the basketball world by purchasing the Charlotte Hornets. Despite his remarkable success as a player, he has faced challenges in achieving comparable triumphs as an owner. A former teammate of Jordan’s elaborated that the basketball legend might be open to the idea of selling the team.

In 2010, Michael Jordan acquired a majority stake in the NBA team by investing $180 million. However, during his ownership, the Charlotte Hornets have been unable to secure a spot in the NBA Finals. The team has faced consistent struggles and has performed poorly in the league, finishing second to last in the most recent NBA season.

Michael Jordan’s former teammate brings up health concerns

John Salley holds the distinction of being the first NBA player to win the NBA title with three different teams. Notably, he was a member of the renowned Chicago Bulls team that clinched the championship in 1996. In recent discussions, Salley raised certain concerns about Michael Jordan, which have raised some cause for worry.

During an appearance on the “djvlad” podcast, John Salley expressed his belief that Michael Jordan is likely to sell the team, stating, “I think Jordan’s gonna sell the team. I think it doesn’t help him anymore. I think getting new blood, new ideas in there. I think he’s 62 years old 61 years old. There’s no reason to keep stressing and having to go to North Carolina when you live in Jupiter, Florida.”

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Salley emphasized that as Jordan approaches the later stages of his life, it may not be wise for him to continue the burden of frequently traveling between Florida and North Carolina. Salley also suggested that selling the team, even though the Charlotte Hornets have not won an NBA championship, would be a wise decision.

Speculations have circulated regarding Jordan potentially selling the team, which holds an estimated value of around $1.7 billion.

Michael Jordan’s team struck with more ill-luck

In the recent NBA draft lottery, the Charlotte Hornets and the San Antonio Spurs were the final two teams vying for the opportunity to acquire the number one pick in this year’s draft. Ultimately, luck favored the San Antonio Spurs as they emerged as the lottery winners. The potential number one pick, Victor Wembanyama, hails from France and possesses remarkable physical attributes, standing over seven feet tall with an impressive wingspan. He is widely regarded as one of the most promising talents expected to make a significant impact in the coming years. While Michael Jordan, the owner of the Charlotte Hornets, would have undoubtedly desired to sign the French youngster for his team, unfortunately, things did not go their way in the draft lottery.

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