IShovSpeed explains why Michael Jordan’s meeting did not take place
Probably one of the most popular figures on the internet right now, IShovSpeed recently finished his tour of Africawhich also became a talking point among his fans and the world. Recently, appearing on Yahoo Sports Daily, the hosts engaged in a candid conversation with Speed.
Reflecting on his encounter with Giannis Antetokounmpo in Greece last year, he was asked how close Antetokounmpo was presents Speed NBA legend, Michael Jordan. When asked if he finally managed to meet him, the 21-year-old answered negatively, maintaining optimism.
“Unfortunately, that didn’t happen. That didn’t happen. I was on tour, and it was a risk that I would have to pause the tour for five days. And I would just mess up too many logistics and it would just be, like, it would be a hassle just to clean it up. But there’s always another shot,” Speed said. “There is always another chance. One day I will meet Michael Jordan. Don’t worry. I will meet him. Although it is hard to get him, but I will meet him.”
IShovSpeed opens up about his relationship with NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo
In the same interview with Yahoo Sports Daily, IShovSpeed talked about his close friendship with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Calling him his “brother,” Speed addressed their chemistry.
“That’s my brother,” Speed said. “Me and him have such good chemistry. I felt like he was just my friend. I didn’t even think of him as a basketball player, Giannis Antetokounmpo. I was like, that’s my guy.” Speed finished his tour of Africa last month in January 2026 and claimed that Antetokounmpo approached him during that tour and checked on him.
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