Michael Jordan's Insane Stats and Legacy in the NBA

Overview

• Michael Jordan's scoring capabilities and impact on the Chicago Bulls are unparalleled.
• During his time with the Bulls:
  • He had 537 thirty-point games compared to 97 by all other Bulls players combined.
  • In 40-point games, MJ had 65 while the rest of the franchise had 89.
  • For 50-point games, MJ had 30, while the entire Bulls franchise had only 7.

Chicago Bulls Championships

• Michael Jordan played in under 20% of all games in Bulls history but was key to all their championships.
• His presence significantly increased the team's culture, value, and prestige.

Playoff Performance

• Regular season average: 30 points per game.
• In playoffs, his performance elevated:
  • He has the highest number of 50-point games in playoff history.
  • More likely to score 50 points than less than 20 points in a playoff game.

Comparison with Other NBA Greats

• Amongst top players for 50-point games in regular season:
  • Wilt Chamberlain leads, followed by MJ, Kobe, Harden, and Baylor.
• In playoffs, only MJ and Wilt remain in the top, with MJ leading.

Prestigious Trophies and Awards

• Michael Jordan has the most prestigious NBA trophies when comparing MVPs, Rookie of the Year, etc.
• Notable achievements include:
  • Winning MVP, Championship, and Finals MVP in the same season on four occasions.
  • Achieved MVP, Scoring Title, Championship, and Finals MVP in the same season multiple times.

Incredible Stats and Records

• From 1990, MJ never lost three games in a row with the Bulls, a streak lasting 626 games.
• First to win Defensive Player of the Year while averaging over 30 points per game.
• During a stint as point guard, averaged 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists with 12 triple-doubles.
• Averaged over 11 assists in the 1991 finals and 41 points per game in the 1993 finals.
• Only outscored once in a playoff series, during his rookie season.

Fear Factor and Legacy

• MJ was revered and feared by teammates and opponents alike.
• Described as a once-in-a-lifetime player with an almost mythical presence.

Historical Playoff Performances

• Jordan owns six of the top ten highest scoring playoff series in NBA history.
• Each of these series had him shooting over 50% from the field.

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Conclusion

• Michael Jordan's stats and achievements clearly establish him as one of the greatest, if not the greatest, basketball players of all time.
• His influence on the game and the Chicago Bulls is immense and enduring.