Before Losing ?Jumpman? Sales to Angry Fans, Michael Jordan Made $2.2 Million Off Iconic Finals Shot That Left Hearts Shattered Across Utah

Michael Jordan‘s iconic, gravity-defying dunks were forever enshrined in the Jumpman logo, which is under the ownership of Nike. It holds the power to earn millions. A recent incident involving the Jumpman logo stirred chaos among Utah Jazz fans, the team that Jordan defeated twice in the NBA finals. While some of the Jazz fans rejected the Jumpman shirt, Jordan?s 1998 sneakers fetched over $2 million at an auction.

Since the release of the immensely popular Netflix series ‘The Last Dance,’ Jordan’s sports memorabilia has experienced a surge in demand from fans. This also includes a heightened interest in his 1998 game collectibles.

Michael Jordan’s ‘The Last Dance’ shoes fetched $2. 2 million

A pair of black and white Air Jordan 13s, worn by the basketball legend, surpassed its initial estimate, fetching a remarkable sum of approximately $2.24 million. Jordan famously wore these shoes during the 1998 Game 2 showdown against the Utah Jazz, a game in which Jordan delivered a stellar performance, scoring 37 points to lead the Bulls to a 93-88 victory, thereby leveling the series at 1-1.

As per an insider, following the game, the Chicago Bulls legend autographed the sneakers and generously presented them to a Utah Jazz ball boy. Notably, the auction was conducted by the same esteemed auction house, Sotheby’s, which previously set a record with the sale of the jersey Jordan wore in Game 1 of the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz.

With each triumph over the formidable Jazz, MJ advanced another step in his illustrious career. Though the Jazz’s defeats at the hands of the Bulls were undoubtedly bitter pills to swallow, it compounded the anger from the Utah Jazz’s recent creation.

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The Jumpman logo creates chaos

The team’s latest creation of shirts featuring the Jumpman logo over the Utah Jazz’s lettering stirred strong emotions among many Jazz fans. Upon discovering these shirts, fans expressed their displeasure and began criticizing the designers responsible for the design.

The t-shirts are the part of NBA?s partnership with the Jordan Brand, and the iconic “Jumpman” logo which appears on some jerseys, including the Jazz’s black Statement jersey. The particular Utah Jazz T-shirt in question was part of a uniform design adopted across the league.

Among the many critical comments from fans, one particular comment read, “Imagine watching the Utah Jazz lose to Michael’s Bulls in ’97 and ’98 and having someone from the future show this photo to you.”

Because of the fan backlash, the team store ceased the sale of these shirts. What are your thoughts on this decision? Share your opinions in the comments below.

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