NBA legend Michael Jordan gives rising star Miles Jordan the tick of approval

There's  been nothing but net for Blacktown sharpshooter Jordan Roman.

There's  been nothing but net for Blacktown sharpshooter Jordan Roman.

The 12-year old’s silky skills on the basketball court have earnt him the nickname “Boy Wonder” and have even impressed the man known as “His Airness”, Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan.

A guard for the Sydney Comets, Jordan helped the team to the Junior Metro League title this year, as well as qualification for the junior state and junior national club championships, held in Perth in September.

His 89 points in five games was second-best in the competition.

In 2012, the St Michael’s Blacktown student had the chance to meet his idol when he took part in the Michael Jordan Flight School clinic in California.

Jordan Roman has been nicknamed “Boy Wonder” for his talent on the court

Jordan’s aunt Zarina Osiana said her nephew had had a ball in his hand since he was a baby.

“Jordan didn’t like listening to nursery rhymes when he was little. He wanted to watch basketball videos,” she said. “He couldn’t wait until he was old enough to play in a team. “

Jordan has extended his court success to his school team, earning selection to the NSW team to compete at the Pacific School Games in Adelaide this month.

“Everyone in the family is so proud of everything Jordan has achieved,” Ms Osiana said.

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“He works so hard with his basketball, but still finds time to balance his studies and other activities.”

Jordan said he hoped to play in the NBL and the NBA.

“I’d love to play for the Sydney Kings,” he said.

Jordan has been nominated for a Junior Sports Star Award. The awards are sponsored by Rebel. Seven News is our media partner.

Nominations have closed.