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Michael Jordan Attends The Grand Opening Of The Third Medical Clinic In His NC Hometown After Donating $10M Toward It

A new health clinic has opened in Michael Jordan’s hometown of Wilmington, NC, following a generous donation by the NBA legend. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, Jordan had donated $10 million in 2022 to support the development of medical clinics to the regional healthcare system Novant Health, which will offer its services to both uninsured or underinsured residents of New Hanover County in North Carolina. Prior to May 8, 2024, two clinics had been opened to families in town, with two others in Charlotte, NC. Speaking on its impact, residents who have “never had a primary care provider before” have “praised the clinic teams for helping restore health and a sense of hope,” according to a press release, People reports. Now, the clinic will be extending its impact in light of a third Wilmington clinic, which includes 12 patient rooms. The Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic has opened on Greenfield Street with the goal of bringing “much-needed comprehensive primary care...

Samantha Dorisca

May 9, 2024

Michael Jordan Adds Serena Williams And Michael Strahan To The Cincoro Tequila Ownership Team

NBA legend Michael Jordan is enlisting a team of athletic superstars as co-owners of his award-winning tequila company. In a press release shared with AFROTECH™, the NBA Hall of Famer has tapped Serena Williams, Derek Jeter, and a host of other athletes and sports enthusiasts as investors in his award-winning portfolio of luxury tequilas, Cincoro Tequila. “Cincoro has always been special to me because of the authentic friendships we’ve established around enjoying Cincoro and spending time together, designing it, experiencing it, and tasting it. We are constantly striving for greatness,” Jordan, co-founder of Cincoro Tequila, said. “And now that we’re welcoming in some of my closest friends to the business, I’m looking forward to this next era of Cincoro alongside this all-star team.” The company’s new ownership group, Team Cincoro, also includes RedBird Capital Partners Founder and Managing Partner Gerry Cardinale; The Lerner Family, owners of the Washington Nationals; former NFL...

Shanique Yates

May 2, 2024

Michael Jordan Becomes The First Pro Athlete To Join America’s 400 Wealthiest People As Net Worth Soars To $3B

While Michael Jordan’s dominance on the court is apparent through his accolades, the NBA legend has continued to build on his excellence in business. Jordan is now among the 400 wealthiest people in America as his net worth has soared to $3 billion, per Forbes. What’s more, he’s the first professional athlete to accomplish the feat.

Samantha Dorisca

Oct 3, 2023

Michael Jordan's Earliest Known NBA Game-Worn Sneakers Sell For $624K

After returning to the auction block, Nike Air Ship shoes worn by Michael Jordan have sold for over half a million, according to Bleacher Report.

Samantha Dorisca

Sep 15, 2023

Michael Jordan's Net Worth Reportedly Increases To $3.5B After Selling Majority Stake In Charlotte Hornets

Greatness cannot escape Michael Jordan, as he’s reportedly now the wealthiest NBA player in history.

Samantha Dorisca

Aug 25, 2023

After Initially Selling For $1.5M, Michael Jordan's Earliest Known NBA Game-Worn Sneakers Return To Auction

Nike Air Ship shoes worn by Michael Jordan are back up for auction after initially selling for $1.5 million.

Samantha Dorisca

Aug 24, 2023

A Photo From Michael Jordan's First Game With The Chicago Bulls Sells For Over $140K

An image of Michael Jordan has made a hefty penny in auction.

Samantha Dorisca

Aug 14, 2023

Sale Of Michael Jordan's Majority Stake In The Charlotte Hornets Reportedly Approved By NBA’s Board of Governors

According to sources, the NBA Board of Governors has reportedly approved Michael Jordan’s sale of his majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets to an ownership group led by Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin.

Samantha Dorisca

Jul 24, 2023

Michael Jordan Bought His Share Of The Charlotte Hornets For $275M In 2010 — He'll Make 11 Times His Investment If Approved

Michael Jordan could be involved in one of the most lucrative sales in sports history.

Samantha Dorisca

Jun 20, 2023

Michael Jordan Reportedly Agrees To Sell Stake In Charlotte Hornets To Ownership Group That Includes J. Cole

Big changes are being made in the sports world. Michael Jordan has reportedly agreed to sell his majority stake in the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets for $3 billion, according to ESPN.

Samantha Dorisca

Jun 16, 2023

Michael Jordan's 'Flu Game' Shoes He Wore To Lead Chicago Bulls To Game 5 Victory Have Sold For $1.38M

A timeless moment from Michael Jordan’s historic basketball career has made its way to auction.

Samantha Dorisca

Jun 15, 2023

Karl Malone Rakes In $5M After Auctioning Memorabilia From The '92 Olympics 'Dream Team'

Over 30 years after Karl Malone played in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona with the “Dream Team,” he has profited off of the sports event.

Ngozi Nwanji

Jun 7, 2023

'I Certainly Don’t Want It' — '92 'Dream Team' Jacket Michael Jordan Gifted To Someone Else Could Fetch Up To $3M

A jacket sporting the Reebok logo and reluctantly worn by Michael Jordan during the 1992 Barcelona Olympics is heading to auction.

Samantha Dorisca

May 11, 2023

Kevin Durant Inks Lifetime Deal With Nike, Makes History Alongside Michael Jordan And LeBron James

Kevin Durant has joined Michael Jordan and LeBron James in inking a rare contract.

Ngozi Nwanji

Apr 28, 2023