"I learned so much from Coach Winter. He was a pioneer and a true student of the game,'' Michael Jordan said in a statement emailed to the Chicago Tribune. "His triangle offense was a huge part of our six championships with the Bulls. He was a tireless worker. Tex was always focused on details and preparation and a great teacher. I was lucky to play for him. My condolences to his family.''
When Jordan was at the peak of his powers Tex was one of the few who wasn’t afraid to tell Jordan ‘no’.
Jordan could have a great game and Tex would find something to critique him on, double for Kobe.
Rest In Peace to a great basketball mind.
