After being provoked by O'Connor in Indiana, Jordan extended his reach fully into the management team. He was going to personally build a championship squad.
So, he picked Felton.
There were three reasons for picking Felton.
First: Felton was his junior from the same alma mater, having helped North Carolina win the championship this year.
Second: Felton was a solid player with a strong body, which couldn't help but make Jordan think of Su Xi, who also had a powerful physique. Though Felton looked a bit stout, while Su Xi was lean and muscular.
Third: Everybody loves Raymond.
Jordan even gave an interview personally, saying, "The Bobcats will replicate the University of North Carolina's success. Raymond is the greatest champion in basketball this year. He brings championship DNA to the Bobcats, and we have every reason to believe that in the near future, he will lead the Bobcats to unprecedented glory."
Every lottery pick carries the hopes of their team.
