A piece of basketball history is set to go under the hammer as Michael Jordan’s iconic 1998 NBA Finals shorts are slated to hit the auction block at SCP Auctions. These home white Chicago Bulls shorts, donned by the legendary player during the memorable Finals, are expected to garner significant attention and fetch hefty sums from avid collectors and fans alike.
The 1998 NBA Finals marked the culmination of Jordan’s illustrious career with the Bulls, a team with which he secured his sixth NBA championship. Despite later stints with the Washington Wizards, Jordan’s time with the Bulls remains ingrained in basketball lore. The series saw the Bulls triumph over the Utah Jazz with a 4-2 victory, clinching their sixth title since 1991. Jordan’s pivotal role throughout the Finals, particularly during Games 3, 4, and 5 at the United Center in Chicago, adds to the historical significance of these home white shorts.
These iconic shorts, set to be part of SCP’s Fall Premier Auction, have been meticulously authenticated to be worn by Jordan during the pivotal games in Chicago. With photo-matches from both MeiGray and Sports Investors, the significance of these shorts is undeniable as they represent the last home trunks Jordan sported as a Chicago Bull. Notably, Jordan’s scoring performances of 24, 34, and 28 points in Games 3, 4, and 5 further solidify the heritage tied to these historic shorts.
The auction for these prized shorts will commence on November 6 and extend until November 23, with experts predicting they could set a new record for game-worn basketball shorts, with a pre-auction estimate of $500,000. The allure of Jordan’s game-worn memorabilia is undeniable, as evidenced by previous sales of his items reaching staggering amounts. In 2022, a jersey worn by Jordan during Game 1 of the same Finals fetched $10 million, setting a record for basketball memorabilia. Similarly, a collection of sneakers worn by Jordan during the 1998 NBA Finals sold for $8 million earlier this year.
As a final artifact of Jordan’s era-defining tenure with the Bulls, these iconic shorts are expected to pique heavy interest from collectors and enthusiasts, affirming the enduring legacy of “His Airness” and his historic NBA journey. Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of basketball history with these legendary game-worn shorts up for auction.