Michael Jordan might be one of the most private sports legends today, but the internet thinks he just revealed a hidden side. Despite keeping a low profile since retiring, Jordan recently found himself at the center of a surprising online rumor. Since working with Ben Affleck on Air, the NBA icon entered the public conversation for apparently having a secret X, (formerly known as Twitter) account.
Michael Jordan admits he has a secret X/Twitter where he rage-baits people. pic.twitter.com/vaY9MrmZFB— Hoops Crave (@HoopsCrave) December 19, 2025
@HoopsCrave, which is itself a parody account of the popular culture gossip site Pop Crave, suggested that Michael Jordan might secretly be active on X, possibly even using the platform for rage baiting netizens. While there has been no official confirmation from Jordan, the hilarious idea of the NBA star lurking on the internet still grabbed fans’ attention and sparked a humorous debate.
Fans Playfully Embrace Rumors of Michael Jordan’s Secret X Account
Now, even though the internet isn’t kind to people who rage-bait for profit, it seems that the same rumor surrounding Michael Jordan had no impact on netizens. Instead, the internet had a lot of fun with the hilarious idea of the NBA star having a supposed secret X account, which he apparently uses for “rage-baiting” people for fun.
NBA legend Michael Jordan | image credits: YouTube/NBC
Michael Jordan | image credits: YouTube/The Will Cain Show
Michael Jordan | image credits: Nicolas Richoffer, licensed under CC-BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Michael Jordan | image credits: Steve Lipofsky Basketballphoto.com, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Rather than reacting with outrage, most fans chose to laugh along. The comment section filled up with jokes, memes, and sarcastic replies that simply shut down the rumor in itself. In fact, the playful response reached such a height that many fans even found the idea of Jordan being ultra-competitive, even on social media, oddly believable.
Yes, I am him— Three Year Letterman (@3YearLetterman) December 20, 2025
Great way to past the time while retired— LilHumansBigImpact (@BigImpactHumans) December 20, 2025
I hope this is true!MJ is one of the greatest shit talkers of all time! pic.twitter.com/RYZKgPlieq— Crypdoh (@Crypdoh) December 19, 2025
Since we’re all coming clean, I’m actually Larry Bird. https://t.co/zOyBgYtF67— G (@stevensongs) December 20, 2025
No way MJ out here trolling us for fun 😭— WINR (@WINRProtocol) December 19, 2025
Of course, there’s no proof that Michael Jordan actually has a secret X account. But fans didn’t seem to mind. The rumor became more of a lighthearted inside joke than a serious claim, showing just how much people still enjoy talking about the NBA star, even decades after his playing days ended.
Ben Affleck Reveals the NBA Star’s Special Request for Air
Ben Affleck in a still from Air | image credits: Skydance
Well, that love for the NBA star isn’t just limited to fans. Even actors like Ben Affleck have been rather fond of Michael Jordan, which later pushed him to make his 2023 movie, Air. Speaking with THR, Affleck thus reflected on how Jordan has been a personal hero to him, and how his admiration for the star led him to approach the film with deep respect for the legend and his legacy.
Jordan is — he’s a hero to me. And I know how important and meaningful a figure he is, in particular in the African American community. If you’re going to f*ck around with talking about Michael Jordan, do it respectfully.
Further, Ben Affleck recalled how Michael Jordan had one major request before agreeing to the project. While speaking about his memories of Nike, as the topic of his mother came up a lot, Affleck mentioned that the basketball star expressed his desire to cast Viola Davis in the role of his mother, Deloris Jordan, in the movie.
That’s when I understood what the movie was. Talking to him about his mom was incredibly moving, and I realized, ‘Oh, this isn’t about Nike’. He was dead serious. ‘Viola Davis, that’s my mom,’
As Jordan was firm and serious about his choice, making it clear that Viola Davis was the only person he trusted for the role, Ben Affleck agreed to the condition at once, instead of negotiating. After all, the Gone Girl star wasn’t just making a movie about Nike or sneakers; he was making it about family, belief, and support.
The table contains basic details on Air:
MovieAirDirectorBen AffleckCastMatt Damon; Ben Affleck; Jason Bateman; Marlon Wayans; Chris Messina; Chris Tucker; Viola DavisRotten Tomatoes Score93%Runtime1h 52m
Do you think Michael Jordan has a secret X account? Let us know in the comments.
Air is streaming on Prime Video.
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