Off the court, Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley had a true friendship. Their friendship, however, was put on hold in 1998 during a game against the Houston Rockets as Jordan engaged in heated taunting of Barkley.
This episode demonstrated how even close relationships can be momentarily put aside in the heat of competition, underscoring the unique blend of friendship and competition that characterized their relationship. On Reddit, footage of the encounter from 1998 just reappeared.
Michael Jordan’s passion for rivalry knew no bounds, extending beyond basketball to include a number of other sports. His unwavering desire to succeed extended beyond the basketball floor to any setting where rivalry flourished. No matter the opponent, whether a fellow basketball icon or a sportsperson from a different discipline, Jordan’s unflagging spirit of competition remained a distinguishing characteristic of his persona.
Charles Barkley and Michael Jordan spoke trash as friends
Two basketball legends, Charles Barkley and Michael Jordan, had a real connection that went beyond the confines of the court. They went beyond simple teammate exchanges in their friendship. It expanded to a number of shared platforms, so cementing their relationship.
