Michael Jordan says one free throw made him 'the most nervous I've been in years.' Here's why

""I haven't picked up a ball in years," Jordan said."

""When I stepped up to shoot your free throw, it's the most nervous I've been in years," Jordan said. "The reason being is those kids heard the stories of the parents about what I did 30 years ago. So the expectation is 30 years prior, and I haven't touched the basketball.""

Michael Jordan has not picked up a basketball in years. His most recent shot came while renting a house during the Ryder Cup when a homeowner wanted grandchildren to see him play. He felt extremely nervous stepping to the free-throw line because the children expected the level of his play from 30 years earlier. He made the free throw. He now focuses on family and acknowledges he wishes he could still compete at his peak level today. He served as a special contributor on NBC's NBA coverage as the network returned after a 23-year absence.

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