Signed as Bulls No. 1 draft choice, Jordan was chosen third overall in the 1984 NBA Draft, behind Hakeem Olajuwon and Sam Bowie.
Flight Times: A Michael Jordan Timeline
TIME takes a look at the highlights of a legendary career
September 12, 1984
TIME takes a look at the highlights of a legendary career
Signed as Bulls No. 1 draft choice, Jordan was chosen third overall in the 1984 NBA Draft, behind Hakeem Olajuwon and Sam Bowie.