Where it All Started
Michael Jordan was dominant at North Carolina. His skill set and leaping ability were unlike any other, and he was almost a lock as a top pick in the 1984 NBA Draft alongside Akeem Olajuwon and Sam Bowie. Michael, of course, went third to the Chicago Bulls, a pivotal moment for everything that would follow.
His iconic Nike deal – brokered by Sonny Vaccaro – came into clearer view once MJ settled in Chicago. The Bulls colors – white, red and black – would be critical for his first signature shoe designed by former Nike great, Peter Moore. The “Banned” 1’s were first, the “Chicago” and “Black Toe” would come shortly after. All of which incorporated shades from the Bulls home and road uniforms. Michael would take this iconic image with the shoes tied by the laces tossed over his shoulder.
