Aaron Nesmith Tops Jordan’s Iconic 1992 Finals Feat After 33 Years

During the 1992 NBA Finals, Michael Jordan delivered one of his most iconic performances. Facing the Portland Trail Blazers, Jordan shocked everyone by sinking six three-pointers in the first half—despite shooting just 27% from beyond the arc that season. His scoring spree contributed to a dominant 57-23 run by the Chicago Bulls, with Jordan tallying a record 35 points in the half. After his sixth three, he famously turned to commentator Magic Johnson and gave a shrug, a moment that has become legendary in NBA history.

Fast forward 33 years, and Indiana Pacers’ guard Aaron Nesmith has etched his name into the record books by surpassing that memorable feat. In a historic playoff performance, Nesmith managed to outdo Jordan’s three-point barrage, marking a new era of deep shooting and making his own mark on postseason greatness.