Michael Jordan made his debut Tuesday night as a special contributor to NBC’s NBA broadcasts, speaking with the network’s Mike Tirico in a one-on-one interview. During that 3-minute, 20-second segment, Jordan discussed how he now has more time to spend with family and said he hasn’t “picked up a ball in years.”

Michael Jordan may be synonymous with basketball greatness, but even the six-time NBA champion admits he hasn't shot a ball in a long time. During his debut as a part of NBC's return to NBA coverage on Tuesday night, the Chicago Bulls legend told broadcaster Mike Tirico that it had been years since he last played.

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