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Former Phoenix Suns guard Stephon Marbury calls out Michael Jordan on Twitter

Former Suns guard says Jordan "has been robbing the hood."

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One of your top 10 favorite point guards to play for the Phoenix Suns in the last 15 years has fired a shot via Twitter at Michael Jordan. A shot that will likely go unanswered.

Beijing Duck Stephon Marbury launched his brand of affordable sneakers under the name "Starbury" in 2006. The shoes were offered for $15 in partnership with clothing chain Steve and Barry's. After that company went under in 2009, the sneakers were discontinued. In September of this year, Marbury took to Instagram to announce the return of the budget friendly sneaker.

#starbury COMING SOON

A photo posted by Stephon X. Marbury (@starburymarbury) on

Saturday, Marbury delivered a public service announcement to potential sneaker buyers.

Sunday, he called out the legend himself.

Monday, he reminded fans of the numbers.

Marbury has tweeted nearly 50 times on the shoe debate in the last three days. Jordan has yet to respond.

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