Sometimes, being MJ's kid ain't easy
Posted: Friday, October 09, 2009 12:55 AM
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I can think of worse things than being Michael Jordan’s son. Unless I wanted to play basketball. Then all bets are off.
Pretty sure that’s what Jeff Jordan is going through.
MJ’s oldest son walked onto the Illinois team two years ago, earned a scholarship, then decided to quit the team last June. He said he wanted to focus on life after basketball, but at some point between June and now, things changed because now he wants to play again.
Why isn’t clear. Why he quit wasn’t clear. Even to Illinois coach Bruce Weber. But, to Weber’s credit, he’ll gonna welcome Jordan back. (And why not? Jeff can play some D.)
“I’ve not had a chance to sit down and visit with him,” Weber told the State Journal-Register (Illinois). “He’s shown some interest. He’s a good, quality kid who worked hard for us for two years.
“He made a decision (to leave), and I’m not totally sure why. It’s tough to be Jeff Jordan in following dad’s footsteps.”
I think that last past sums it up. When it comes to playing hoops, being Michael Jordan’s son is a no-win situation. As much as he tries, Jeff’ll never be his dad.
But sticking with his team and playing hoops as long as he’s able? That’s as cool as it gets.
