Michael Jordan Slams Claims Of A Settlement In Paternity Case With Aspiring Rapper's Mother

Michael Jordan

Estee Portnoy, the publicist for NBA basketball legend, Michael Jordan, has rubbished claims that he issued a settlement to sex instructor, Pamela Smith, in the paternity case she brought against him on behalf of her 16-year-old son and aspiring rapper "Taj Jordan." This week, Smith abruptly dropped her lawsuit, withdrawing her claims, giving no real explanation as to why. 

Taj Jordan

Smith's attorney, Randall Kessler, referred to her as Michael Jordan's "ex-girlfriend" which was reaching. Jordan was married to Juanita Vanoy at the time of  the alleged affair and has not owned up to Smith's allegations. In fact, he threatened to sue her for libel and defamation.

Pamela Smith

Kessler stated regarding the voluntary withdrawal of the case, "Ex-Girlfriend of Michael Jordan, Ms. Pamela Smith authorized a dismissal of the current suit against Mr. Jordan. She began this case without an attorney, did her best to file what she believed to be a legally appropriate case. She then hired our firm. Our firm reviewed the legal posture of the case, the history of the case, the filed pleadings and the relevant law. Ms. Smith has relied on our advice, has carefully considered the pro’s and cons of continuing the case and has determined that dismissal at this time, without prejudice, is what is in her son’s best interests."

Pamela Smith and Michael Jordan

Taj Jordan and Michael Jordan

This is what the Judiciary Report was afraid of. A 16-year-old boy is now facing public scrutiny thanks to his mom's poor judgment in this matter. Furthermore, this incident has brought him no closer to having the rap career he desires, potentially damaging his chances to become a hip-hop star. Women, be responsible with your reproductive organs. There should be no question regarding the identity of the father of your child (unless it was a case of rape, which is very sad and tragic).

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Michael Jordan Denies Paternity Suit Payoff

Michael Jordan Asks Court To Throw Out Paternity Case By Aspiring Rapper's Mother

Michael Jordan: oh no they didn't!

Basketball legend, Michael Jordan, via his attorneys, has filed a motion to dismiss document in the paternity case brought against him by Pamela Smith on behalf of her son, Taj Jordan, real name, Grant Pierce Jay Jordan Reynolds, who is an aspiring rapper. Smith is a love instructor who teaches couples how to perform oral sex (yea, that'll look really good in court - not really).

Taj Jordan: daddy is that you?

It is alleged that Jordan and Smith had a sexual affair during his marriage to Juanita Vanoy. Jordan and Vanoy are now divorced, in a union that spawned three children, all of whom the basketball player has acknowledged and supported. Jordan is currently engaged to Miami psychologist, Yvette Prieto.

Pamela Smith and Michael Jordan

Taj Jordan and Michael Jordan

In court documents filed with judge Besonetta Tipton Lane, famous for presiding over high profile marriage and custody cases regarding singer Usher and basketball player, Allen Iverson, Jordan denies all of Smith's claims and rejects her requests for financial support. Jordan has retained Usher's attorney.

Pamela Smith: okay boo, I'm about to get paid!

...maybe not!

Jordan referred to the case as an abuse of the legal system and further commented through his rep, "Public records show that the paternity of the child was established in a prior case in this same court many years ago and that Michael Jordan is not the father. He also filed a  counterclaim seeking sanctions for the false claims made against him. It is unfortunate that well-known figures are the target of these kind of claims. Michael Jordan will vigorously defend himself and his reputation."

Yvette Prieto and Michael Jordan

I feel sorry for this kid, because if his mother has lied to him about the identity of his father, he is in for a world of embarrassment, ridicule, disappointment and emotional trauma. Women, be truthful with your children from the start. They at least deserve that.