Michael Jordan Played His First NBA Game 32 Years Ago Today

October 26, 2016 BY Yale Schalk / 0

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Michael Jordan kicked off his otherworldly, legendary career 32 years ago tonight in a quiet game against the Washington Bullets. Jordan, wearing a pair of white and red Nike Air Ships, started at shooting guard, played 40 of 48 minutes, shot 5 of 16 from the field, 6 of 7 free-throws, for 16 points, six rebounds, seven assists, two steals, four blocks and five turnovers. The Bulls bested Washington, 109-93.

Catch some footage from the game below.