Michael Jordan shocked the NBA world on March 18, 1995, with a now infamous, two-word fax: “I’m back.” The next day — more than a year after his retirement from the game — Jordan was back on the floor with the Chicago Bulls to take on Reggie Miller and the Indiana Pacers.

Michael Jordan announced his return to the Chicago Bulls 24 years ago Wednesday – on March 18, 1995 – after nearly two full seasons away from the game. It's a story that would break the Internet, television, radio and every other medium of communication today.

On March 18, 1995, the stars of basketball react to Michael Jordan announcing his return to the sport with the simple phrase, "I'm back." (1:13) This story was originally published March 18, 2015 for the 20th anniversary of Michael Jordan 's 1995 comeback to the Chicago Bulls.