LeBron James greeting

The Heat's LeBron James is greeted by fans during Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Bulls in Miami.

Michael Jordan, dunking

Chicago Bulls' guard Michael Jordan captured the slam dunk contest prior to the 1987 NBA All-Star game at Seattle's King Dome.

AL HAMNIK: Toni Kukoc fame extends beyond 1.8 seconds

One event can define you for life, particularly in sports where the goat lives on forever.

Current stars celebrate Jordan at 50

HOUSTON | Michael Jordan turned 50 on Sunday, giving this year's All-Stars a chance to reflect on his illustrious career and how much he still means to the sport.

Fast-break nets steal of Jordan ballcard

LAPORTE | A potentially valuable card of basketball legend Michael Jordan was among the items stolen in a series of LaPorte-area vehicle break-ins.

OFFBEAT: Jackson Cirque du Soleil show heart-pounding

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

AL HAMNIK: OKC Thunder rolling toward a possible dynasty?

This isn't easy to admit, having covered Michael Jordan and his six-time NBA champion Bulls.

OFFBEAT: Actor Chris O'Donnell lending voice to new documentary about heart research

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

Michael Jordan's Steak House Garlic Bread with Wisconsin Cheese Fondue

Michael Jordan's favorite Garlic Bread is served swimming in a creamy, warm and rich pool of Wisconsin Ader Käse Reserve blue cheese fondue at his new Michael Jordan's Steak House on Michigan Avenue in Chicago.

Dining Room at Michael Jordan's Steak House on Michigan Avenue Chicago

The new Michael Jordan's Steak House along Michigan Avenue in Chicago features richly designed elegant gathering spaces which occupy the previous second floor dining room and first floor lobby bar spaces at the Hotel InterContinenal.

Scoring major points: Michael Jordan's Steak House new location a delicious win

Not only are the holidays a reason to celebrate, but also the return of cheering NBA basketball fans.

AL HAMNIK: Ex-Bull sharpshooter couldn't connect on extending his career

A 40-percent career 3-point shooter, ex-Bull Craig Hodges still has a beautiful shot at age 51.

Decade later, ex-No. 1 pick Kwame Brown producing

CHARLOTTE, N.C. | It's been almost 10 years since then-Wizards boss Michael Jordan made Kwame Brown the No. 1 overall draft pick. For Brown, that's meant a decade of ridicule.

Jordan's Bobcats down Bulls 96-91 behind Augustin

CHARLOTTE, N.C. | All of Michael Jordan's moves lately seem to be working for the Bobcats. His old team learned that firsthand on Wednesday night.

Education, attitude everything, says former Bulls star

LANSING | Bob Love -- the one-time Chicago Bulls star who later in life used speech therapy to overcome a pronounced stutter -- loves to talk.

GRAPHIC: The Bulls without Jordan

No team was better than the Bulls when No. 23 was on the court, but success has proven elusive since he left. Adding a top-tier talent like LeBron James might be just what the team needs. Wins and losses are charted here.