The Chicago Bulls are home to many legends. Players like Scottie Pippen, Artis Gilmore, and Derrick Rose have all played on this team, and it’s no surprise why they’re so popular around the world. That said, no one has had the impact that Michael Jordan had during his time in Chicago.
Jordan was dominant throughout his career, peaking in the ’90s when he helped the Bulls win six championships in eight years. During his reign, Jordan not only elevated his profile on the court, but off the court as well. He has become one of the most recognizable figures in sports.
Recently, his off-field legacy just took a new leap forward. According to Justin Birnbaum of Forbes, Jordan’s net worth is just over $3 billion, making him the first athlete to enter the 400 richest Americans. (Bleacher Report’s Scott Polacek)
That leap was aided in part by Jordan’s departure from the Charlotte Hornets earlier this summer. His sale to Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall has been finalized, valuing it at about $3 billion.
Jordan’s influence has shocked the world since his days with the Bulls, and it hasn’t stopped since his retirement in the early 2000s.
He is probably the most well-known American-born athlete worldwide, as his presence in the 1990s was akin to that of an A-list star. His shoe brand alone has created a legacy that extends far beyond the man himself.
It’s incredible, but not surprising, to see him making waves again as the first athlete among America’s elite group.
Story originally appeared on Lonzo Wire