Another record has been set associated with Michael Jordan.
A few moments ago, Sotheby’s New York, the Dynasty Collection, comprising six distinct Air Jordan sneakers worn by Michael Jordan during the decisive games of his six NBA Finals championships, was successfully auctioned for an impressive $8 million. The sale set a new global record for the highest price ever achieved for game-worn sneakers, making it the second-highest amount realized for Michael Jordan sports memorabilia.
This remarkable accomplishment positions the Dynasty Collection as the second most valuable Michael Jordan memorabilia ever auctioned, trailing only behind Jordan’s iconic 1998 NBA Finals Game 1 jersey from the renowned ‘Last Dance’ season. The jersey fetched an astonishing $10.1 million at a Sotheby’s auction in September 2022, still holding the world record for any game-worn sports memorabilia. Additionally, Sotheby’s retains the record for the highest-selling pair of sneakers, with Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA Finals Game 2 Air Jordan 13s from ‘The Last Dance’ season, which netted $2.2 million in April 2023.
“Today’s record-breaking price is a testament to the GOAT. The Dynasty Collection undeniably ranks among the most significant compilations of sports memorabilia in history. Serving as both a reminder of Michael Jordan’s lasting impact on the world and a tangible expression of his recognized legendary status, its significance is further validated by this monumental result.”
Brahm Wachter, Sotheby’s Head of Modern Collectables
The Dynasty Collection’s historical significance spans from Michael Jordan’s inaugural NBA Finals victory with the Chicago Bulls in 1991 to his triumphant return and victory over the Seattle SuperSonics in 1996 following a brief retirement, culminating in his last season with the Chicago Bulls in 1998. This is the first time that the set of all six championship sneakers that Michael Jordan wore was sold at auction.
