Jordan-esque qualities: Championship pedigree, clutch reputation

Derek Jeter didn't put up the same cartoonish numbers as some of his contemporaries, but the 14-time All-Star won five championships and will be remembered as one of the game's brightest stars.

Jeter never got dragged into the performance-enhancing drug scandals that defined his era and instead developed a reputation for clutch performances while serving as the face of the New York Yankees, baseball's most iconic franchise.

Jeter and Jordan have a well-documented friendship, and in May 2017, MJ penned a tribute to The Captain in The Players' Tribune:

"Derek, a legacy is built by more than what is seen. It is not given, it is earned. Beyond your 20 years in the majors and an endless list of accolades, it was your love and respect for the game that set you apart. Your pursuit of greatness on and off the field has set the standard for others to follow. Much RE2PECT on cementing your legacy and having your No. 2 jersey retired. Congratulations. Your friend, Michael."