The feud between Isiah Thomas and Michael Jordan is one of the most infamous rivalries in the history of the NBA. The two players had a contentious relationship both on and off the court.
In the 2020 documentary "The Last Dance" on Netflix, Jordan discussed his past opponents and openly expressed his disdain for Thomas, whom he called an unpleasant name.
According to Thomas, Jordan has carried guilt since their feud was exposed in the Netflix doc. Thomas urges Jordan to apologize publicly, which he believes is just.
For three years straight in the late 80s, the Pistons bested Jordan's Bulls in the playoffs, but their excessively aggressive gameplay earned criticism.
The Pistons relentlessly targeted Jordan with rough play and dirty tactics, but in the 1991 playoffs, the Bulls triumphed, and the Pistons' unsportsmanlike conduct made headlines.
The controversial exclusion of Thomas from the Dream Team fueled a lasting feud with Jordan, who has since publicly voiced his disapproval and would have declined to play alongside Thomas.