WGN-TV : reported that Bulls fans remember Michael Jordan’s “Flu Game” 20 years later

× Bulls fans remember Michael Jordan's "Flu Game" 20 years laterCHICAGO – There have been a copious amount of incredible performances by "His Airness" through the years. In fact, classifying which one is best can be a challenge for even the most die-hard of Bulls' fans. That's when Michael Jordan, suffering from flu-like symptoms, poured in 38 points as the Bulls beat the Jazz 90-88 at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. 20 years ago today… pic.twitter.com/7AFk4mcanl — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) June 11, 2017What Jordan specifically had is up for debate. Not surprisingly, this is the moment the Bulls remembered first when remembering the anniversary of this contest on Sunday.

Michael Jordan's 'flu game' is still unforgettable 20 years later

Jordan appeared lethargic from the start of the game as the Jazz built a 16-point lead in the first quarter. There is no shortage of unforgettable moments from Michael Jordan's career, but one of the most indelible images occurred 20 years ago today – Jordan being helped to the bench by teammate Scottie Pippen. Flu or food poisoning, it doesn't take away from Jordan's performance, which was another chapter in his almost mythical career. 20 years ago today… pic.twitter.com/7AFk4mcanl — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) June 11, 2017It would come to be known as the "flu game", and just the mention of it likely leaves Utah Jazz fans sick to their stomachs. But as Utah appeared to take control of a pivotal Game 5, Jordan responded by scoring 17 points in the second quarter despite showing obvious fatigue, slumping over with his hands on his knees on the floor.

Re-live Michael Jordan's legendary 'flu game' on its 20th anniversary

It wasn't Michael Jordan's best performance. After the game, Jordan collapsed into Scottie Pippen's arms. "He'll figure out what he can do, he'll conserve his strength in other areas, and he'll have a big game." In the locker room before the game, Jordan's teammates were appalled by what they saw. He "looked dead." Most mortals would have trouble getting out of bed; but there was Jordan, playing at a high level in a high-stakes NBA game. Chicago won the game 90-88 before closing out the series in six to clinch its fifth title in seven years.
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