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DeMar DeRozan’s Unknown Connection With Michael Jordan’s Ex-Wife Juanita That Would Surprise Fans
To many, 32-year-old DeMar DeRozan is the future of the Chicago Bulls. Having been compared by several pundits to the legendary Michael Jordan, DeRozan has staked his claim as one of the elite forwards of the league. Interestingly however, the starlet has a unique connection with MJ, that dates back to last year. In fact, the connection relates to Juanita, the ex-wife of Jordan himself.
Winning 6 titles during his illustrious career, Michael Jordan has given so much to the franchise of Chicago Bulls. Along with the likes of Scottie Pippen and Dennis Rodman, he set the bar extremely high for the next generation.
During this journey however, ex-wife Juanita Vanoy also played a massive role. The couple, who were married from 1989 to 2007, decided to call it a day fifteen years ago. Yet, they had three children along the way, and their divorce was one of the most expensive in sports history back in the day.
DeMar DeRozan’s interesting connection with Juanita, ex-wife of Michael Jordan
Since the pair’s split, Juanita is believed to be leading a life with a relatively low profile. The divorce settlement reportedly paid her over $160 million, along with a 7-acre mansion too.
Speaking of mansions, Juanita had sold a 6 bedroom mansion in 2021, located in River North. It was a massive piece of property, which even had a historic connect with a former Chicago player. And the apparent buyer, was none other than DeRozan himself.
Bulls players with 40+ points in a playoff game:
Michael Jordan (38)
Derrick Rose (1)
Ben Gordon (1)
Flynn Robinson (1)
And now, DeMar DeRozan. pic.twitter.com/A4xzJfuR1n
— StatMuse (@statmuse) April 21, 2022
According to the Chicago Tribune, the 5-time All-Star acquired the mansion from His Airness’ former wife for $4.5 million. The house was originally purchased in 2007, until DeRozan took ownership last year.
Additionally, Jimmy Butler is also said to have a property in the same neighborhood, worth 10,000 square feet. As a result, not only does DeMar have a connect with Juanita and MJ, but also with Butler.
Oct 5, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (11) brings the ball up court against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half of a preseason NBA game at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Although this is a big piece of news, not many people know of the deal. After all, the DeRozan-Jordan bond does go beyond merely the statistics. Characteristically, it is through ex-wife Juanita!
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