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Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers have set a new record for the most expensive sneakers ever sold at auction. The black and red Air Jordan 13s, worn by Jordan during Game 2 of his final championship with the Chicago Bulls, were sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's auction house in New York. This surpasses the previous record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 for a pair of Nike Air Ships worn by Jordan earlier in his career. The sale highlights the continued demand and value of collectible sneakers, especially those associated with iconic athletes and moments in sports history.

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