February 7, 2002. How do you describe Jordan’s season up to that point?

It’s February 7, 2002, the last game before the All Star break. The Wiz just beat the Kings to go to 26-21 with Jordan dropping 25-9-6. They’re currently tied for 5th in the East and Jordan is averaging 25-6-5. They’ve made the playoffs only once in the last 13 years and Jordan is a legit MVP candidate. How do you describe Jordan’s season up to that point?