... for success, a relentless will that refuses failure, a commitment to excellence that is unparalleled, a belief that a player must do what it takes to win, and a mystique that often has his opponents defeated before the referee tosses up the ball to begin a contest. Although the NBA is filled with players who can run faster, jump higher, and shoot better than him, no player can equal his success on the court, primarily, because according to Jordan, "heart is probably the biggest key to success in basketball at the NBA level. There are a lot of players who pass through the league with the ability, but they don't have the heart or the intelligence to get the job done" (I'm Back 39). Despite his uncanny ability, Jordan has always possessed a strong desire for perfection. According to Phil Taylor, "When you're around Michael a lot, you start to believe that he will always find a way to beat an opponent. ...

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