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Michael Jordan delivers powerful advice to young stars at MSG
Sandy Verma | February 2, 2026 4:24 PM CST

Madison Square Garden isn’t just another arena. When the New York Knicks are home, that place gets loud, hostile and unforgiving. Young stars feel it the second they step on the floor. Missed shots bring boos. Turnovers spark chants. The noise just keeps building.

Plenty of road players have folded there. That’s why Michael Jordan’s voice still matters. He knew what it took to walk into that madness and show up anyway.

In a recent interview with NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico, Jordan had a strong message for rising players trying to handle the pressure that comes with playing at MSG.


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