Though he hasn’t played professionally in years, Michael Jordan is still the wealthiest athlete on the planet.
In 2015, MJ earned over $100 million from his Air Jordan sneaker line alone, yet former NBA All-Star Stephon Marbury has some serious issues with how Michael makes his money.
Jordan has been robbing the hood since. Kids dying for shoes and the only face this dude makes is I don't care. The time will change!
— I AM PEACE STAR (@StarburyMarbury) October 5, 2015
#facts no lies. We coming don't worry. Someone has to step up in our culture for our culture. Why not it be me! https://t.co/HHx2izmGeU
— I AM PEACE STAR (@StarburyMarbury) October 5, 2015
Real people know. I'm off the kids getting killed for Jordan's. I hate that this dude won't change that. Greedy! https://t.co/tcpL2whXVE
— I AM PEACE STAR (@StarburyMarbury) October 6, 2015
I hate when kids cry because they can't get this dude shoes because they can't afford to buy them. It's hard on moms https://t.co/xG1Fqdp5fL
— I AM PEACE STAR (@StarburyMarbury) October 6, 2015
Marbury, who currently plays in the Chinese Basketball Association, is likely referring to the hefty shelf price boasted by Jordan’s. The latest pair — the Jordan XX9’s — start at $225, and older models still sell for $125.
Additionally, the release of new Jordan models have historically been associated with violence.
Ohio police were forced to subdue a crowds, waiting in line for Jordan Retros, with pepper spray last December, and a Houston man was robbed and murdered after purchasing a new pair back in 2012.
[h/t: Uproxx]