“Basic Basketball Player”: NBA Champion’s Unexpected Tribute to Michael Jordan and His Unparalleled Skills

Michael Jordan is arguably the biggest name in the basketball world. He is an NBA legend that changed the game like nobody else. But NBA champion Darrell Walker saw more than just an icon. In a surprising take, he labeled Jordan a “basic basketball player”. Walker has played alongside His Airness and admires his simplicity.

The crowd went crazy seeing Jordan’s moves, but Walker saw something deeper. Walker studied his moves and found something very strange!

Darrell Walker on Michael Jordan

Darrell was drafted by Chicago in 1983. The former no. 12 pick won the 1993 Championship alongside Jordan, witnessing greatness firsthand. Seeing the well-rounded game Jordan possessed, Walker couldn’t help but think of one burning thought. “What was he practicing?”, the former Chicago Bulls player questioned.

He later realized, “Basic stuff! But here’s the thing, MJ was a basic basketball player, blessed with God-given talent. He embodied simplicity with brilliance.”

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Michael Jordan’s practices were not about executing fancy moves. Instead, he focused on mastering the basics—the footwork, the dribbles, and the shots. Jordan was so versatile that we could seamlessly switch positions confusing his opponents. He became the “perfect” player with his relentless commitment to the game.

As Walker remembered his time with Jordan, he couldn’t help but admire Jordan’s evolution. “He started young, hungry for greatness,” Walker said. “As the years passed, he refined his skills, adding layers to his game. It was remarkable to witness.”

What Walker means by “basic”

Some may argue that “basic” means average, but Walker’s intention is nothing of this sort. Instead, he meant to highlight Jordan’s perfection in his foundation—a foundation that put him in a league of his own.

The God-given talent that Jordan possessed along with his dedication became the very reason for his greatness.

In the fast-paced world of the NBA, where fancy moves and complex strategies run awry, Jordan remained true to his roots. He never lost sight of the fundamentals, becoming an unbeatable force. Walker’s words remind us that the path to greatness need not be complex. Simplicity, worked to perfection can outshine all else.

Amidst the glamour of the game, Jordan’s simplicity set him apart.  So, perhaps it’s time we reconsidered the value of the basics—the foundation and the basics, both on and off the basketball court.

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