A piece of basketball history is about to hit the auction block as SCP Auctions prepares to offer a rare and iconic item for bidding enthusiasts – Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals home white shorts. Worn during the legendary player’s final season with the Chicago Bulls, these shorts hold a special place in the hearts of basketball fans worldwide.
The 1998 NBA Finals not only marked the end of Jordan’s unforgettable era with the Bulls but also solidified his status as one of the greatest players to have graced the NBA courts. Leading his team to their sixth championship victory since 1991, Jordan’s performance in these shorts during Games 3, 4, and 5 at the United Center in Chicago was nothing short of spectacular.
Photo-matched to these three pivotal games by both MeiGray and Sports Investors, the shorts bear witness to Jordan’s impressive scoring streaks, including 24, 34, and 28 points in each respective game. Despite a loss in Game 5, the Bulls managed to clinch the series in Game 6 in Utah, making these shorts the last pair Jordan ever wore as a member of the Chicago Bulls, adding to their already immense historical significance.
If you’re a die-hard Jordan fan or a collector of one-of-a-kind sports memorabilia, mark your calendars for the opening of the bidding on November 6, running through November 23. With an estimated pre-auction value of $500,000, these shorts are anticipated to set a new benchmark for game-worn basketball apparel, as forecasted by SCP Auctions.
Jordan’s game-worn items have consistently fetched top dollar at auctions, with a 2022 sale of a jersey from Game 1 of the same Finals raking in an extraordinary $10 million at Sotheby’s. The demand for his memorabilia remains high, as seen earlier this year when a set of six sneakers he wore during the 1998 NBA Finals sold for a staggering $8 million.
As fans and collectors eagerly await the opportunity to own a piece of Jordan’s basketball legacy, the upcoming auction of these iconic 1998 NBA Finals shorts is not to be missed. Embrace the spirit of “His Airness” and relive the magic of his unforgettable run with the Chicago Bulls through this historic memorabilia.
