ESPN - On this date in 2003, the Miami Heat retired Michael Jordan's No. 23 jersey, despite him never playing for the franchise. [Wilfredo Lee/AP Photo] | Facebook
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Miami Heat likely to raise No. 6 for LeBron James despite NBA retiring number league-wide for Bill Russell - CBSSports.com
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In honour of Michael Jordan and his greatness, we are hanging #23 in the rafters”: When the Heat retired the GOAT's jersey even though he never played for Miami - The SportsRush
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Why Miami Heat Retired No. 23 Jersey of Michael Jordan in Spite of Him Having Never Played For Them? - EssentiallySports
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When LeBron James lobbied for the NBA to retire Michael Jordan's No.23 - Basketball Network - Your daily dose of basketball
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Michael Jordan was the first jersey number the Miami Heat retired in franchise history”: How Pat Riley made an odd decision to show respect the Bulls legend - The SportsRush
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Pat Riley Congratulated Michael Jordan After The Miami Heat Retired His Number 23 Jersey: "No Player Will Ever Wear Number 23 For The Heat Again. You're The Best.” - Fadeaway World
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After LeBron James' retirement, Miami Heat will have to retire no.6 second time following Bill Russell's league-wide tribute - The SportsRush
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Miami Heat Retires MJ's 23 Jersey! Michael Jordan Full Highlights vs Heat 2003.04.11 - 25 Points! - YouTube
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