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Michael Jordan Jersey Sells for $14 Million
A game-worn Michael Jordan jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $14 million at auction.
In brief
A game-worn Michael Jordan jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $14 million at auction. Hunt Auctions sold a 1998 NBA Finals Michael Jordan jersey for $14 million, the highest price ever for basketball memorabilia. Originally reported by Sportstar.
Jersey Sale Announcement
A game-worn, autographed Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals was privately sold for $14 million.
Buyer and Context
Miami real estate investor Ron Firman purchased the jersey, which was worn by Jordan in Game 2 against the Utah Jazz on June 5, 1998.
Historical Significance
This sale sets a new record for basketball memorabilia, surpassing previous sales of Jordan jerseys from the 1998 finals.
Previous Sales
A Game 1 jersey sold for $10.1 million in 2022, and a Game 3 jersey sold for $12.3 million last month.
Auction House Statement
Hunt Auctions president David Hunt called the sale 'the highest price ever paid for a piece of basketball memorabilia.'
“the highest price ever paid for a piece of basketball memorabilia”
Buyer's Statement
Ron Firman stated that Michael Jordan was 'an incredibly talented player who is admired around the world.'
“an incredibly talented player who is admired around the world”
Here's the gist
Hunt Auctions sold a 1998 NBA Finals Michael Jordan jersey for $14 million, the highest price ever for basketball memorabilia.
