Although, a summary of his basketball career and influence on the game inevitably fails to do it justice, as a phenomenal athlete with a unique combination of fundamental soundness, grace, speed, power, artistry, improvisational ability and an unquenchable competitive desire, Jordan single-handedly redefined the NBA superstar.Įven contemporaneous superstars recognized the unparalleled position of Jordan. Championship celebrations were the norm for Michael Jordan throughout his NBA career.īy acclamation, Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time.