Why do Isiah Thomas and Michael Jordan have a strained relationship, and why haven't they spoken to each other in 34 years?

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• – Isiah Thomas publicly criticized Michael Jordan's leadership during the 1998 NBA Finals, leading to a rift between the two.
• – The tension between them has been fueled by Thomas's comments about Jordan's competitive drive and perceived diva behavior.
• – The two have not spoken in 34 years, with Thomas recently revisiting the issue in a 2020 podcast appearance.