Charles Barkley recalls Michael Jordan’s fierce winning spirit

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14 October 2025 11:42
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Charles Barkley recalls Michael Jordan’s fierce winning spirit

NBA legend Charles Barkley has shared memories of his former Team USA teammate Michael Jordan.

According to Idman.Biz, Barkley spoke about witnessing Jordan’s intense desire to win during a meeting with students.

“Michael is insane. I remember we were preparing for the Olympics and had to play Puerto Rico. That morning, Michael, David Roberts, coach Chuck Daly, and I went to play golf. We went early to finish in time for the afternoon. Then Daly said, ‘It’s time to head back to the hotel and rest before the game.’ But Michael said, ‘I’ll play all 18 holes.’

Even after 36 games, he was still that energetic and destroyed his opponents. There was something special about him. He wanted to win no matter what. It was as if it were the decisive Olympic game, he was shouting and furious. And yet, it was just Puerto Rico,” Barkley recalled.

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