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Lester was recently selected for an NBA team. He tells his coach which jersey number he wants. His coach tells him that his chosen number is against the league’s rules. Which jersey number did Lester MOST likely request that violated the NBA’s rule?


23


45


12


56

1 answer

Lester most likely requested the jersey number 23. This number is famously associated with Michael Jordan, and there are specific rules and traditions in the NBA regarding retired numbers and their significance, particularly for iconic players. Although jersey number 45 is also notable (used by Jordan during his return to the league), the number 23 is more universally recognized as off-limits due to its legacy.