Michael Jordan Reveals He's Not a Fan of Load Management in the NBA
The former basketball great expressed his disdain for load management, a practice that involves resting players to avoid fatigue and prevent injuries. In an interview with NBC Sports, Jordan stated that he never wanted to miss a game due to injury or rest, saying "You know, I want to impress that guy way up on top who probably worked hard to get a ticket or buy the ticket."
Jordan cited his own experiences as an example of his dedication to playing through pain and fatigue. He recalled a game in 1997 where he played despite being severely ill with food poisoning, scoring 38 points in the process.
Load management has become increasingly popular in the NBA, but Jordan's comments suggest that he may not approve of this trend. The idea behind load management is to allow players to recover from injuries or fatigue, which can help prevent long-term damage and improve overall team performance.
However, some critics argue that load management can lead to a lack of competitive balance, as teams are able to manipulate their lineups and rest their best players without facing the consequences. Others have criticized the practice for being overly indulgent, suggesting that it undermines the physical demands of professional basketball.
While Jordan's comments may be seen as nostalgic, they also reflect his strong work ethic and dedication to performance. As a seven-time NBA champion and five-time MVP, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in league history.
For now, it remains to be seen how the NBA will respond to Jordan's criticism of load management.
The former basketball great expressed his disdain for load management, a practice that involves resting players to avoid fatigue and prevent injuries. In an interview with NBC Sports, Jordan stated that he never wanted to miss a game due to injury or rest, saying "You know, I want to impress that guy way up on top who probably worked hard to get a ticket or buy the ticket."
Jordan cited his own experiences as an example of his dedication to playing through pain and fatigue. He recalled a game in 1997 where he played despite being severely ill with food poisoning, scoring 38 points in the process.
Load management has become increasingly popular in the NBA, but Jordan's comments suggest that he may not approve of this trend. The idea behind load management is to allow players to recover from injuries or fatigue, which can help prevent long-term damage and improve overall team performance.
However, some critics argue that load management can lead to a lack of competitive balance, as teams are able to manipulate their lineups and rest their best players without facing the consequences. Others have criticized the practice for being overly indulgent, suggesting that it undermines the physical demands of professional basketball.
While Jordan's comments may be seen as nostalgic, they also reflect his strong work ethic and dedication to performance. As a seven-time NBA champion and five-time MVP, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in league history.
For now, it remains to be seen how the NBA will respond to Jordan's criticism of load management.
, but at the same time I can see why MJ would want to play through pain - he's a competitive guy who hates missing games, even if it means putting his body on the line 
. The thing is, we don't know what it was like to be in his shoes back then, playing with the level of skill and athleticism that he did. I think it's cool that he's speaking out against load management because I think it highlights how much things have changed in the NBA since his playing days 
. Now, players are more protected by rule and technology, but that also means they can play for fewer games than ever before without getting injured 
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. he's always been known for his clutch performances and dedication to the game, so it's hard to blame him for wanting to play through pain and fatigue. but at the same time, players are human beings too, and they need rest and recovery to perform at their best. it's not like teams are just magically making up games when their star player is out 
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... I was at this beach party and there were these giant inflatable guitars just floating around everywhere... people were trying to surf on them like they were waves or something... anyway, it got me thinking about how weird it is when you're in a zone and then someone breaks the beat... like in basketball, when someone's on fire and then suddenly gets taken out of the game... doesn't it disrupt the whole vibe? 
I'm so dead about MJ saying he never wanted to sit out a game! Like, I know he's a legend and all, but his dedication to playing through pain is literally insane 
He was like, "I'm gonna play with food poisoning" LOL! I mean, what's not to love about that? 
But for real, I get it. If you're a fan, you want the best experience possible, and sitting out games just isn't gonna cut it. Still, I hope other players don't take MJ's comments as a challenge to just push themselves too hard... injury is no joke 
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its so easy for teams to just rest their best players and say they're preserving them for the playoffs... but what about the rest of us who have to grind every game? i mean, MJ's comments make sense tho, he's always been the type to play through pain & fatigue. but still gotta wonder if load management is just a way for teams to get an advantage without putting in the real work 
. plus mj's story is so inspiring - who else would go out there and play through food poisoning? 
that's dedication right there!
. In my day, we didn't have fancy medical equipment and trainers to keep us safe. We just played through it because we wanted to win 
. But at the same time, I can get why MJ would wanna play through pain - he's like the ultimate competitor 
! It's a balance, you know? But what's next, are teams gonna say "screw it" and just have one superstar on the court all game? 
That'd be crazy talk 
, but at the same time, it feels like teams are just exploiting loopholes 
to get an edge. Like, if you're a top player like MJ, shouldn't you be able to push through pain and fatigue? 
. I'm not saying I agree with everything MJ said, but at least he's speaking from experience 
! The real question is: will teams start making moves to avoid load management? 
Only time (and the playoffs) will tell 
#NBA #LoadManagement #MJForever
. The guy was known for his insane work ethic and dedication on the court, and I think that's what makes his comments so credible. I mean, who else can say they played through food poisoning? 
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