Michael Jordan's 1998 Finals jersey to be auctioned for up to $15 million

A white Chicago Bulls jersey worn by Michael Jordan during the 1998 NBA Finals, the last championship series of his career, is set to be auctioned with an ambitious price tag. The platform Joopiter, founded by artist Pharrell Williams, will host the auction starting September 15, with an estimated value between $10 million and $15 million.

This iconic jersey was worn by Jordan on June 7, 1998, during Game 3 of the finals against the Utah Jazz. On that night, Jordan led the Bulls to victory with 24 points, giving them a 2-1 lead in the series. The game was part of "The Last Dance," Jordan's final season with the Bulls, which culminated in his sixth NBA championship.

The platform highlighted the jersey's significance, stating it "marks the culmination of an era that transformed basketball into a global cultural phenomenon." This sale follows other high-profile sports memorabilia auctions, including Kobe Bryant's Nike Kobe 6 'Grinch' sneakers and a signed trading card featuring both Bryant and Jordan, which previously set records.