Dean Smith on Michael Jordan -- ESPN The Magazine

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Updated: September 11, 2009, 3:02 PM ET

Dean Smith on Michael Jordan

The word from the legendary UNC coach who first recognized MJ's immense talent

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By Dean Smith
ESPN The Magazine
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The following is online-only bonus content that accompanies the ESPN The Magazine Michael Jordan Hall of Fame Collector's Issue. For the full stories from people who knew, covered and played with Michael -- people like Phil Jackson, Rick Telander, Terry Francona, Ric Bucher and more -- you can read the full issue here -- if you're an Insider.

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