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But Michael Jordan was nearly 34 years old at this stage; he couldn't possibly join the Lakers for a rebuild.

If it was about waiting for a team to rebuild, why didn't he just stay with the Bulls?

If the coming years were destined to yield nothing, what was the point of continuing to play?

His strong competitive spirit made Jordan crave a comeback—he had to win again!

Thus, Jordan's next destination was already quite clear.

While the whole world was discussing Jordan's return, David Falk was already doing what he did best in front of Knicks General Manager Ernie Grunfeld—making demands.

But this time, the demands were not so numerous: Michael Jordan only had one requirement, the head coach had to be Phil Jackson.

Jordan didn't trust that baldy, Jeff Van Gundy; he didn't see him as someone who could manage a championship team.

A few years ago, that guy was just a little sidekick beside Pat Riley, without any prestige.