Nike shoes worn by Michael Jordan sell for $8 million

Anything worn by Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan during his basketball career appears to be setting records at auction.

according to footwear newsA set of sneakers considered by some to be worn by the NBA’s greatest basketball player sold for a record $8 million at a recent auction at Sotheby’s. The collection includes six pairs of Nike Air Jordan shoes that Jordan wore during championship-winning games with the Chicago Bulls.

The six sneakers are known as the “Dynasty Series,” with one pair worn in the final games of the 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997 and 1998 NBA Finals. Jordan only played six games and went undefeated in the NBA Finals.

“Today’s record-breaking price is a testament to the GOAT (Greatest of All Time). There is no denying that the Dynasty Collection is one of the most important collections of sports memorabilia in history. It serves as both a reminder and a tangible expression of Michael Jordan’s lasting impact on the world. His recognized legendary status is further confirmed by this landmark achievement. Brahm Wachter, Sotheby’s head of modern collections, said in a written statement that the six championship-winning sports The sale of the shoe may never be replicated and is a truly unparalleled moment and milestone in auction history.

footwear news It said the collection was the second most expensive souvenir owned by Jordan. In September 2022, Sotheby’s auctioned Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals Game 1 jersey, and the item sold for $10.1 million.

When Jordan was playing, Tim Hallam was the PR director for the Bulls, and someone bought these Air Jordans from Tim Hallam and then sold the Air Jordans To Sotheby’s. It is said that this pair of shoes was given to Hallam by Jordan.

All sneakers in size 13 or 13.5 are signed by Jordan.

The auction house did not disclose who purchased the collection.

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