#nba 2k23 michael jordan championship edition

Basketball legend and six-time NBA world champion Michael Jordan returns as the cover athlete of NBA 2K23's special editions. 2K announced that Jordan will appear on both cover of NBA 2K23 Michael Jordan Edition and the 'ultra-premium' NBA 2K23 Championship Edition, which the publisher confirmed with a release date on September 9. "After making 23 the most recognizable number in sports, it was only fitting that for NBA 2K23 we introduce the Michael Jordan Edition," said Alfie Brody, NBA 2K vice president of global marketing strategy. "Additionally, we're thrilled to introduce a brand new premium edition of the game with the NBA 2K23 Championship Edition, as no other player embodies the word 'champion' like Jordan," Brody added. NBA 2K analyst and insiders welcomed Gilgeous‑Alexander’s selection as a no-brainer, especially given how rare it is in league history to earn MVP, Finals MVP, and scoring leader in one season, a feat achieved only by SGA, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, and Shaquille O’Neal. NBA 2K23 the return of the Jordan Challenge mode, its online community experience, and so much more. “With the return of the Jordan Challenges, NBA 2K23 asks players to answer the call and experience some of the greatest performances in basketball history. Read more in our articles including "Michael Jordan returns as the cover athlete of NBA 2K23" and "Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander Named Cover Athlete for NBA 2K26 After MVP & Championship Season".