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[Saba Sports News] The once intriguing romance between Marcus Jordan and Larsa Pippen has encountered complications, with the shadow of Marcus’s father, basketball legend Michael Jordan, looming large over their troubles.
Recent reports have highlighted that the relationship between Marcus, Michael Jordan’s son, and Larsa, the former spouse of Scottie Pippen, has come to an end after more than a year together. Page Six attributes the split to growing “tension” within the relationship, significantly influenced by Michael Jordan’s public disapproval.
The issue came to a head last summer when Michael Jordan’s dismissive reaction to his son’s relationship with his former teammate’s ex-wife went viral. Confronted by a reporter in Paris, Michael Jordan responded with a laugh and a resounding “no!” when asked about his stance on the relationship, a moment that has since been widely circulated online.
While Marcus attempted to downplay his father’s comment, insisting Michael was fine with their relationship, Larsa expressed being “traumatized” by his blunt dismissal. The incident reportedly left Larsa feeling “mortified” and highlighted the awkwardness stemming from the strained relations between Scottie and Michael in recent years.
A source cited by Page Six mentioned the loyalty divide that challenged the couple’s ability to maintain their relationship smoothly. However, a subsequent report from TMZ suggests the couple is merely experiencing a “rough patch” and might reconcile after taking some time apart.
Marcus and Larsa first became public with their relationship in September 2022 after initially claiming to be just friends. They later openly shared their relationship status and even launched a podcast together. Despite the potential for reconciliation, it seems Michael Jordan might remain indifferent to the future of Marcus and Larsa’s relationship.