Michael Jordan says slap of one of his Hornets players was 'only love'

  • Charlotte owner frustrated after player ran on to court
  • ‘It was like a big brother and little brother tap’

Michael Jordan, whose intense competitive spirit along with his otherworldly athletic talent propelled him to six NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls, has taken that fire into his role as the owner of the Charlotte Hornets.

Jordan slapped Malik Monk on the back of the head after the guard ran on to the court to celebrate with 0.3 seconds left in Wednesday’s game against the Detroit Pistons. The Hornets were penalised for having too many men on the court – and the Pistons were given a technical foul shot – but Charlotte still squeaked home 108-107.

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