Michael Jordan didn't hesitate when naming the four NBA players who could beat him in a 1v1 match

NBA legend Michael Jordan once picked out four players who could beat him in a 1 vs 1 match.

During his stellar career, Jordan played for the Chicago Bulls and the Washington Wizards, claiming the NBA title on six occasions.

In total, Jordan won six NBA Championships, six NBA Finals MVPs, five regular season MVPs, and one NBA Defensive Player of the Year.

Furthermore, he was an 11x All-NBA, 9x All-Defensive, 14x NBA All-Star, 10x NBA Scoring Champion, and 3x NBA Steals Champion.

After retiring, the American continued to be one of the world's most influential athletes.

He also won the Olympic gold medal on two occasions, in Los Angeles in 1984 and in Barcelona in 1992.

Despite being one of the GOATs of the sporting world, Jordan has previously named four players who could have got the better of him in a 1 vs 1 match due to their style of play.

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Michael Jordan names four players who could beat him in a 1 vs 1 match

As per Fadeaway World and Jumpmanhistory, Jordan said when asked about his toughest opponents during his playing days: "The hardest opponent for me to play against? In terms of 1-on-1? Small guys.

"[Allen] Iverson, Damon Stoudamire, Rod Strickland. Those little guards like that, it's tough for me. Muggsy [Bogues]. [John] Starks? No problem with Starks."

Speaking about Allen Iverson in particular, Jordan said: "He could beat me on the perimeter, but I could take him in the post. He’s a heck of a good player. He's a young talent. He is gonna continue to get better once he learns how to play the game on a much higher scale.

"Right now, he's doing a lot on physical ability. He's good, he's quick. That's a challenge for me to go out to him and his stature. He's so quick and small. But it's a challenge. I won't back away."