Charles Barkley, who has been getting in shape for a possible NBA comeback with Jordan, plans to move in with him for a month of serious training. When we heard the news that MJ might return to pro basketball, we thought . In 1998, Jordan sank the winning shot in the final seconds of Game 6 against the Utah Jazz. No, though we'll admit it would sting to see Jordan play for a team other than the Bulls.
Most sports stars fade away.
Barkley told The Los Angeles Times last week that he'll make the move to Chicago to train with Jordan after his broadcasting duties with TNT end on May 24. The pair began training for their possible comebacks at the start of the year. Barkley said he is working out twice a day and has lost 45 pounds. Jordan has lost 25 pounds. Barkley, who now weighs 292 pounds, would like to get down to about 265 pounds.