Breaking Down Derek Jeter's Brotherly Relationship With NBA Legend Michael Jordan

Derek Jeter and Michael Jordan are legendary athletes who have made their mark in their respective sports. The two also share a great friendship that has only seemed to grow stronger.

Jeter and Jordan’s first meet

Jeter first met Jordan in 1994 when he was playing baseball in the Arizona Fall League and he proved to be a ‘Big Brother’ to Jeter ever since.

Jeter on his relationship with Jordan

Jeter on his podcast with The Players’ Tribune said, “He (Michael Jordan) always looked out for me. I used to learn a lot from him and still learning a lot.”

What does Michael have to say about Derek?

“He’s an idol to me, how he’s well respected in the game. He carries himself like every baseball player or professional athlete should. A very classy guy, very straightforward, very friendly.”

The Jordan-Jeter collaboration

Jordan chose Jeter to be the first baseball athlete to be a part of his brand. Since then he has released 13 pairs of shoes under the Jordan brand.

Jordan-Jeter duo purchased an MLB team

Michael Jordan joined Derek Jeter and a group of investors to purchase the Miami Marlins for a whopping $1.2B. However, Jeter stepped down from the post of CEO earlier this year.

Legendary golf games

Jeter admitted that when it came to golf, Michael definitely has the edge over him as he has started playing golf more recently as compared to Jordan.

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