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Jamal Crawford Challenged Michael Jordan To A 3-Point Shootout, First Lost $1,000, Then Won $5,000, And Finally Lost His Mercedes After MJ Bet His Ferrari

Jamal Crawford challenges Michael Jordan to 3pt shooting contest and loses his car

Titan Frey
Oct 2, 2022
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The NBA has seen many great players throughout its history. We’ve seen the dominance in players like Wilt Chamberlain and Shaquille O’Neal and the finesse in players like George “The Iceman” Gervin and Kyrie Irving.

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The NBA has seen players win championships at an unprecedented rate, like Bill Russell and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. All of the above-mentioned players are great, but there was one player who seemed to have it all.

This player was dominant while on the court. He had a level of finesse that we’ve never seen before and after his retirement. And, of course, this player won many championships, six to be exact. The player I’m referring to is the GOAT himself, Michael Jordan.

Jordan was a once-in-a-lifetime player that could will his team to victory. As an opposing player, you quickly realize not to challenge His Airness because if you do, he’ll take it personally, and you’ll be in trouble.

Some players are wise to this, or they simply don’t care, as they believe they can be the one to take the GOAT. Jamal Crawford, a 3x Sixth Man of the Year Award winner, decided to offer a challenge to Jordan, and it did not end well for him.


Jamal Crawford Loses His Car To Michael Jordan In 3PT Shootout

Jamal Crawford entered the NBA in 2000 after he was the eighth pick in the Draft. The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Crawford but immediately traded him to the Chicago Bulls.

It’s been said the reason the Bulls traded for Crawford was that Jordan liked Crawford’s game and urged the Bulls management to draft him. Whether that’s true or not, we’re not sure, but Jordan did like his game that he and Crawford used to play pickup games together.

In fact, the two apparently went undefeated in two years playing pickup ball against others. But the two didn’t always play on the same team. While Jordan was preparing for his return to the NBA as a member of the Washington Wizards, Crawford reportedly challenged Jordan to a three-point contest. As mentioned earlier, you never challenge the GOAT.

The story was recounted by Gianmarco Pozzecco, who is the current head coach of the Italy national team, and used to play basketball in the Italian League from 1991 to 2010. In 2001 Pozzecco tried out for the Toronto Raptors as he played for them in the Summer League.

Pozzecco did not make the Raptors or any other NBA team, but during this team, he was a witness to Jamal Crawford’s three-point shooting challenge to Michael Jordan.

.@theoriginalpoz & @vieri_bobo: "Jamal Crawford challenged MJ to a 3-point shootout for $1k, MJ won, Crawford upped to $5k and won. Then MJ asked "what car did you come here with?" "Mercedes" "I came with a Ferrari, let's bet our cars." MJ went 5 for 5, and left in Jamal's Benz. pic.twitter.com/PeWi5hV8AY

— OpenCourt-Basketball (@OpenCourtFB) May 6, 2020

“Jamal Crawford challenged Michael Jordan to a 3-point shootout for $1000. Jordan won and said that $1000 is for babies and upped the wager to $5000. This time, Jamal won. Michael Jordan then asked Crawford: “What car did you drive here with?” Jamal replied: “Mercedes” Jordan then said: “I came with a Ferrari, let’s bet our cars.” Crawford agreed and Jordan went 5 for 5, removed Crawford’s personalized license plate and left with the Mercedes.”

This is an incredible story that shows the competitiveness, ruthlessness, and the greatness of Michael Jordan. MJ didn’t like to lose to anyone, even a friend. He wanted to beat you, and badly at that.

I can’t think of a worse way to lose than to lose your car in a basketball shooting contest. But that’s the type of wager Jordan would often bring to any bet that he was in. This showed the supreme confidence that Jordan possessed, a confidence not too many others have ever shown.

Jordan’s ability to believe in himself is one of the reasons why he’s so beloved all over the world. Fans who watched him and read these stories just wish for one day that they could ‘Be Like Mike’ and have the confidence to achieve anything. Even if what they want to achieve is to walk away with a brand new Mercedes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBQDviRxfJA

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Titan Frey is the editor-in-chief and a staff writer for Fadeaway World from York, Pennsylvania. Titan blends his deep passion for basketball and storytelling to oversee the content at Fadeaway World. A prolific writer, Titan has authored several novels, including the award-winning "Players Path." This experience has honed his ability to weave compelling narratives, a skill he applies to his editorial role, ensuring that every piece resonates with basketball lovers and maintains high journalistic standards. His passion for basketball was sparked by Michael Jordan's return to the NBA in 1995, and his allegiance to the Chicago Bulls often inspires his contributions to "Pippen Ain’t Easy," a website dedicated to Bulls-related content. Titan’s specialization in player biographies and retro basketball content allows him to offer unique insights, often reaching out to key sources to secure exclusive information not available elsewhere. One of Titan’s proudest achievements is the biography of Chuck Cooper, the first African American drafted by an NBA team. By collaborating directly with Chuck Cooper III, Titan was able to present a nuanced portrayal that enriched the basketball community’s understanding of Cooper’s impact on the sport. Titan also extends his storytelling prowess to his YouTube channel "HoopsHistory26", where he uses archived footage to bring historical basketball stories to life, engaging a broader audience with his vivid storytelling and authoritative content.Titan's bold predictions and memorable basketball moments also reflect his deep involvement in the sport. He boldly predicts that the Phoenix Suns will part ways with their Big 3 and focus on building around Kevin Durant. Among his cherished memories is attending the unforgettable 2004 game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Indiana Pacers in Philly, where he witnessed Allen Iverson make his first career game-winning shot. These experiences and insights continue to enrich his contributions to Fadeaway World, connecting with readers on a deeply personal level.
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