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Florida Gators guard/forward Michael Frazier II was named the SEC Freshman of The Week after hitting five three-pointers and scoring this bucket to finish with a team-high 17 points in an 82-49 win against Marquette. / Gator Country photo by Curtiss Bryant

Michael Frazier II wants to be like Mike. Just call him “MJ.” His family does.

He’s one of two players on the team who chose to wear Air Jordans instead of traditional Nike kicks.

The Florida Gators' true freshman dons Jordans because “they’re the most comfortable basketball shoes,” but it’s more than just for comfort. Frazier’s models his game after Michael Jordan, arguably the greatest ever. Jordan was known for his high-flying dunks and clutch shooting, but it was his defense that created many of those offensive highlights.

Frazier II, the reigning SEC Freshman of the Week, was nicknamed “MJ” at a young age before the Jordan-craze hit him. During a time when his peers often cite current players as they’re all-time favorite, Frazier II favorites the living legend.

“I’m a huge Jordan fan — Always been all about Michael Jordan,” Frazier II said. “He’s my favorite player.”

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