Agency
Leo burnett
Brand
McDonald’s
Category
Food & Drink
Talent
Michael Jordan, Larry Bird
Year
1993
Production
School
Motion
🏀 Legendary Marketing: When Jordan & Bird Redefined "Nothing But Net" 🍔
In 1993, McDonald's created more than just a commercial - they crafted a cultural moment. Michael Jordan and Larry Bird's epic "Showdown" ad wasn't just about winning a Big Mac; it was a masterclass in storytelling that transcended advertising.
Their increasingly impossible shots became a metaphor for excellence, turning "Nothing But Net" into a universal language of achievement. Who could forget Larry Bird's iconic line: "First one to miss watches the winner eat... no dunking"?
This ad proved that great marketing isn't about selling a product - it's about creating a memory that lasts decades.