Michael Jordan breaks down his iconic steal in Game 6 of 1998 Finals that led to The Shot: "Hornacek was trying to set a pick, but he never really cleared"

Michael Jordan's steal on Karl Malone on one end and a game-winner on the other proved that his brilliance went both ways.
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Karl Malone Made His Feelings Clear About Michael Jordan

Karl Malone is one of the best players in NBA history. The Utah Jazz legend was unable to win a title after they lost to Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls in two straight NBA Finals appearances.
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Michael Jordan Graciously Awarded Karl Malone Secondary MVP In 1997

Hall of Famer Michael Jordan was known as an ultimate competitor who hated to lose. But also knew when to give credit. That was the case when he lost to 1997 regular season MVP award to Utah Jazz star ...

1998 Finals Game 5: Malone's finest hour lifts Utah

Malone's finest hour lifts Utah. If the assignment is to conjure up the greatest performance by the most prolific power forward in the game’s history, then t ...
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Where does Karl Malone rank among the greatest NBA players of all time?

Ranking the greatest NBA players of all time... 19 seasons (1985-2004) Rings: 0 MVPs: 2 NBA Finals series record: 0-3 Playoff ...