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Michael Jordan's 55th birthday in 23 outstanding stats

The GOAT, Michael Jordan, turns 55 on Saturday. And in honor of No. 23, here are 23 things you might not know about His Airness:

1. Since he's now 55, it's only fitting to start by remembering the Double Nickel. It's common knowledge that Jordan's 55-point game at Madison Square Garden in 1995 came in just his fifth game back from his first retirement. But did you know that 42 of the 55 points came when guarded by John Starks?

Some other bonus stats from that game:

  • He got a touch on all but one possession when he was on the floor.