Event Brief
Nike's Black Mamba Plan for Michael Jordan Scrapped
Filed: Feb 25, 2026 at 1:02 PM ET
Summary: Nike attempted to brand Michael Jordan as the Black Mamba in 2002, but his fear of snakes led to the campaign's cancellation.
WHO: Nike, Michael Jordan
WHAT: Nike created a campaign for Michael Jordan as the Black Mamba
WHEN: Feb 25, 2026 at 11:53 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Jordan's fear of snakes led to the campaign's cancellation
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