[simple simon]

Michael Jordan is an all-star again.


Jordan, managing member of basketball operations for the Charlotte Bobcats, will be grand marshal for the Nextel All-Star Challenge, the Observer has learned.


As an NBA player, Jordan appeared in 14 All-Star games. A North Carolina graduate, he virtually rewrote the NBA record book. He joined the Bobcats' front office in June.


Jordan led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA championships and was named the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player during each of those series. His career scoring average of 30.1 points is the highest in NBA history.


As grand marshal, Jordan will give the command, "Gentleman, start your engines," for the all-star race, which will pay $1 million to the winner.
All-Star Challenge


WHEN: 9 p.m., May 19
WHERE: Lowe's Motor Speedway, Concord

That's Racin' | 05/01/2007 | Michael Jordan, NASCAR grand marshal?

[simple simon]

could this help draw new fans to the sport ?

[checkerboard_charly]

Originally Posted by simple simon

could this help draw new fans to the sport ?

Doubt it. But i love MJ. I cant wait.

[simple simon]

Originally Posted by checkerboard_charly

Doubt it. But i love MJ. I cant wait.

me too .... too bad it's only on Speed Channel

[LSC9901]

I'm not sure this is anything new. He is just a bit more famous and sports related than most of the Grand Marshalls.

[checkerboard_charly]

Originally Posted by simple simon

me too .... too bad it's only on Speed Channel

Good thing i have it.

[wardfan]

I think they are just trying to tap into the "diversity" fan base

any chance of jordan getting into nascar as an owner or sponsor? i know he owned a motorcycle team. it would be pretty sweet to see a car with the jordan logo flying down the racetrack.