Kevin Johnson Recalls ‘Dear Lord’ Prayer Before Guarding Michael Jordan in 1993 Finals
Kevin Johnson, a former NBA All-Star, shared a funny anecdote about being assigned to guard Michael Jordan during the 1993 NBA Finals. Johnson admitted he prayed for divine intervention before facing the Bulls superstar, feeling unprepared for the monumental task.
The experience, detailed on ‘Byron Scott’s Fast Break,’ highlighted the immense challenge of defending Jordan, with Johnson expressing his disbelief at being chosen for the assignment after the primary defender also struggled.