Parker: Jordan was my idol when I was growing up. He was the reason why I wanted to play basketball.
Live broadcast, August 13-in 2023, Nai Smith Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Tony Parker was officially selected!
He talked about Michael Jordan in his speech. He said, “I want to thank Michael Jordan. He is my idol when I grow up. He is the reason why I want to play basketball, he was my inspiration, and my whole room was covered with his posters.”
“A lot of people may have never seen his idol, but for me, it’s just the opposite. Now I have a good relationship with him, which is incredible. Now I can call him a friend, so thank you, michael.” Parker said.
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2023na-Smith Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
