Michael Jordan's $100,000 Chip Flex Silences Opponent at Vegas' Shadow Creek Course
Michael Jordan's competitive nature extended beyond basketball to the golf course, as illustrated by a memorable story from Shadow Creek Golf Course in Las Vegas.
During a member-guest event at Shadow Creek, GOLF Subpar co-host Colt Knost witnessed an encounter between Jordan and another player. The unnamed player attempted to show off by marking his ball with a $25,000 casino chip.
Jordan, noticing this display, responded by placing a $100,000 chip behind his own ball, dismissively saying, "Cute whatever your name is." When Knost joked about taking one of Jordan's chips, MJ retorted, "That's fine fat boy. I've got 17 more of them in the room."
This incident at Shadow Creek, ranked 15th in GOLF's Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the U.S., perfectly exemplifies Jordan's legendary competitiveness and unwillingness to be outdone, traits that defined his basketball career and continue in his golf pursuits.
The story demonstrates how Jordan's competitive spirit, combined with his considerable wealth, allows him to maintain his dominance even in casual golf settings, much like he did during his NBA career. It serves as a reminder that challenging Michael Jordan, whether on the court or the golf course, often leads to a humbling experience.