Jordan told the Orlando Sentinel. The number 23 was special to Michael as he handpicked it as it represented one half of the number 45, which was his older brother Larry's jersey number.

“Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant’s first NBA career jerseys are ... Beneath Jordan’s name and the number 23 are dark stains, ...

In his book, Scottie Pippen wrote that NBA icon Michael Jordan — the player he won ... “On and on it went, the spotlight shining on number 23,” Pippen wrote. “Even in the second episode ...

Michael Jordan admitted at least twice that he never had his vertical jump measured because it wasn't that important for him ...

Michael Jordan Had Revenge Against Orlando Magic ... When he returned in 1995, the five-time NBA MVP had to wear the number 45 unlike his usual 23. But, after beating Chicago in six games, it ...

"Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant's first NBA career ... Beneath Jordan's name and the number 23 are dark stains, described by Sotheby'sas the likely remnants of the names and numbers of previous ...

“Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant’s first NBA career ... Beneath Jordan’s name and the number 23 are dark stains, described by Sotheby’s as the likely remnants of the names and numbers ...