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Michael Jordan Jersey Auction Record
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals jersey sold for $12.26 million at auction.
In brief
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals jersey sold for $12.26 million at auction. Michael Jordan's game-worn 1998 NBA Finals jersey sold for a record $12.26 million at auction. Originally reported by Robb Report.
Record Sale
Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals jersey sold for a record $12.26 million at auction.
Previous Record
Jordan's previous record was $10.1 million from the 1998 NBA Finals Game 1 shirt.
Historic Context
The 1998 NBA Finals was the most-watched championship series in basketball history.
Game 3 Details
Jordan scored 24 points in 32 minutes during Game 3 of the 1998 NBA Finals.
Rarity Factor
The white 1998 NBA Finals jersey was the only one publicly available from that series.
Joopiter Statement
Joopiter's global head of sale said the jersey established a new auction record for NBA jerseys.
Here's the gist
Michael Jordan's game-worn 1998 NBA Finals jersey sold for a record $12.26 million at auction.
