Craig Ehlo doesnt mind talking about The Shot now. But for 10 or so years following the 1989 game in which the Cavaliers lost to the Bulls in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series, he didnt like to discuss it, much less watch the replay.

The Shot resurfaced again recently as Episode 3 of ESPNs The Last Dance documentary highlighted one of the more iconic moments of Michael Jordans legacy.

Over the years, Ehlo, now 58, has come to realize he is an important part of NBA history. Even if hes on the wrong side.

I remember my dad told me right after the game that if anybody writes about it or teases you about it, just say, Were you there? Were you the one guarding him? Were you the one that got the opportunity? Ehlo recalled. I mean, thats what we all want is the opportunity. And to be there and, sure, you came up short on that...

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A one-of-a-kind piece: Backboard from Michael Jordan's 'Shot' sold in auction - The Athletic