Michael Jordan’s legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of all time continues to captivate fans and collectors alike, with his game-worn memorabilia fetching astronomical sums at auctions. The latest prized possession set to hit the auction block is a pair of home white Chicago Bulls shorts worn by Jordan during the 1998 NBA Finals.
These iconic shorts carry the weight of history as they were worn by Jordan during his final season with the Bulls, a season that culminated in his sixth NBA championship. The Bulls emerged victorious in the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz, with Jordan playing a pivotal role throughout the series. The home white shorts to be auctioned off were donned by Jordan during Games 3, 4, and 5 at the United Center in Chicago, adding to their significance.
Photo-matched to the three games in Chicago by MeiGray and Sports Investors, these shorts bear witness to Jordan’s impressive performances, with the basketball legend scoring 24, 34, and 28 points in Games 3, 4, and 5 respectively. While the Bulls lost Game 5, they ultimately clinched the series in Game 6 in Utah, making these shorts the last home trunks Jordan sported as a member of the Chicago Bulls.
Scheduled to be part of SCP’s Fall Premier Auction, bidding for the iconic shorts will commence on November 6 and conclude on November 23. With a pre-auction estimate of $500,000, these game-worn shorts are expected to shatter records for basketball memorabilia, attracting significant attention from avid collectors and fans alike.
Michael Jordan’s game-worn memorabilia has a track record of commanding top dollar at auctions. In a recent auction at Sotheby’s, a game-worn jersey from Game 1 of the 1998 NBA Finals sold for a staggering $10 million, setting a new benchmark for basketball memorabilia. Notably, earlier this year, a collection of six sneakers worn by Jordan during the same Finals fetched a remarkable $8 million at auction.
As a cherished piece of Jordan’s historic tenure with the Chicago Bulls, these 1998 NBA Finals shorts are poised to add another chapter to the legend of “His Airness” and his unforgettable legacy in the NBA. Anticipation runs high as collectors gear up to bid on this iconic piece of basketball history, eagerly awaiting the opportunity to own a tangible part of Michael Jordan’s incredible journey in the world of professional basketball.
