Reggie Miller Describes Getting His ‘A** Kicked’ by Michael Jordan in Candid Interview Around New Obsession
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Playing against or alongside Michael Jordan is one of the most intriguing parts of being a 90s NBA player. Some have even enjoyed facing defeat at the hands of the 6x NBA champion. During an interview, this TNT analyst and former NBA player candidly shared about the times when he had trouble playing against the Bulls legend. While speaking of his recent obsession, the 5x NBA All-Star shared his experience publicly.
The Mountain bike journal, Mountain Flyer shared one of Reggie Miller’s intriguing experiences of playing against Jordan.
Reggie Miller talks about battling Michael Jordan
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Miller’s passion for cycling is no secret. But what’s fascinating is his perception of a connection between his basketball and cycling. It might not sound strange after you understand Miller’s explanation. He recounts the challenges in cycling, navigating through dark places to secure victory, a parallel he draws to similar struggles in basketball. Recalling the battles against Jordan, he was reminded of the effort and hard work required to overcome formidable opponents and emerge triumphant.
“On long rides or races you have to go to a dark place, you start to cramp but you navigate your way through those dark skies. Same thing in basketball, fourth quarter and Michael Jordan is kicking my a**, and I’ve got to find a way to navigate and try to do something to negate what he’s doing.”
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Speaking of the similarities between his basketball game and cycling, Miller said, “I think most athletes process that through your training, growing up, you find ways to mentally navigate that. Cycling is very much the same way.”
The clash between Jordan’s Bulls and Miller’s Pacers added intense moments to the Eastern Conference battles.
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Michael Jordan had a tough time dealing with Reggie Miller
While Jordan’s Chicago Bulls ultimately prevailed in critical games, Miller’s skill and competitiveness shone the brightest among all. Despite the fierce competition, mutual respect defined their relationship. The 6x champion once explained what it was like playing against Miller. During an interview with ESPN in 1998, he admitted, “I don’t really dislike anybody in the league, but playing Reggie Miller drives me nuts.”
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In the 1998 Eastern Conference Finals, the Indiana Pacers, led by Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird as their head coach, secured the 3rd position in the conference, boasting a 58-24 record. Jordan himself acknowledged that aside from the Detroit Pistons, the Pacers and Miller posed the most formidable challenge to their win. Did you know about this? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.
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Caroline Joseph