“Everybody has their own way of commenting on things, but I would have commented differently,” Stoudemire said. “One thing about Michael Jordan was that no matter how great he was and how much of a platform he stood on, he still related to all the hard workers out there in the world. “I think LeBron is still young,” Stoudemire added, “and there is still time for him to reconnect with the public.”
Now I must admit that I didn't get into basketball until the '92 dream team which was towards the end of MJ's first threepeat. I don't really know what his comments or perceptions of him were earlier in his career. But what I do remember is that MJ never said anything controversial. He was concerned about his image and ability to sell shoes. Remember, he never commented on ANYTHING political because, and I quote, "republican's buy sneakers too."
As far as connecting with people? I don't think this is true at all. MJ is notoriously withdrawn and private. Save for casino's and a few golf events. He was more an idol then a man of the people.
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