#MJMondays: Michael Jordan Drops 61 On The Pistons

December 5, 2016 BY Yale Schalk / 0

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Michael Jordan notched five games scoring 60 or more points in his career, including his legendary 63 points against the Celtics in 1986 and career best 69 points against the Cavs in 1990. During his stellar 1986-87 season in which he averaged a career high 37.1 points per game, MJ dropped 61 on the his near future rival Detroit Pistons. The performance was a young superstar at his best, hitting from all over the court and frustrating the Pistons’ usually strong defense. The Italian-made Air Jordan 2 was on his feet for the game, white laces added.

Watch MJ take Detroit to school, with the Bulls prevailing in overtime, 125-120: