Long before his legendary battles with the Utah Jazz in the 1997 and 1998 NBA Finals, Michael Jordan had developed a penchant for silencing the franchise’s fans.
Renowned for his knack of shutting down hecklers, His Airness wasted no time responding when a Jazz fan triggered him enough to hang Mel Turpin on a poster.
On December 02, 1987, the Chicago Bulls traveled to Utah to face the Jazz.
Jordan, coming off a season-low performance of just 16 points against the Golden State Warriors, entered the game with something to prove.
However, given his relatively low morale, a particular Jazz fan saw the scenario as perfect for prodding him.
Mike matched himself against John Stockton in the post as the second quarter neared its conclusion.
Recognizing the favorable matchup, Scottie Pippen quickly threw a pass his way.
Despite Stockton’s attempt to intercept, Jordan outmaneuvered him, snatching the ball and slamming it into the net.
Stock brought the ball up the court on the next possession, but Pippen fouled him, resulting in two free throws.
Meanwhile, amid the action, a Jazz fan shouted towards Jordan, as quoted by SportsCasting.
After Stockton sank both his free throws, the entire Utah team initiated a full-court press.
However, the Bulls swiftly broke past it with two simple passes.
Interestingly, the second pass found its way into the hands of the six-time Finals MVP, who saw only Mel Turpin between him and the rim.
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