Isiah Thomas, already a rising star with multiple All-Star and All-NBA selections, received a crucial warning before facing Michael Jordan for the first time in 1984. His former coach at Indiana Hoosiers, Bob Knight, told him, "This one a lil' different now," highlighting Jordan's unique talent.
The stage was set during an exhibition game in Los Angeles, where NBA stars clashed with the US Olympic Team.
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