Frequently Asked Questions
How long did Michael Jordan and Antoine Walker play spades?
They played spades for 36 hours straight against two other men. The game had a $20,000 buy-in with bets reaching as high as $50,000.
How much money was Michael Jordan down during the spades game?
At one point during the marathon spades session, Jordan and Walker were down a massive $900,000. MJ had to send for half a million dollars in cash to continue playing.
What press conference did Michael Jordan cancel because of gambling?
Jordan canceled a scheduled press conference where he was going to announce his return to the NBA. He canceled it because he was caught up in the 36-hour spades game trying to win back his losses.
Who told the story about Michael Jordan's epic gambling session?
Former NBA player Antoine Walker revealed this story during an appearance on the 'All Things Covered' podcast. Walker was Jordan's partner in the spades game.
Was Michael Jordan's gambling mentioned in The Last Dance documentary?
Yes, The Last Dance documentary touched on Jordan's gambling habits and how much of an impact wagering had on the superstar's life. However, many detailed stories like this spades marathon weren't widely known before.