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Michael Jordan’s game-worn and autographed Chicago Bulls jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has sold for US$14 million, setting a new record for basketball memorabilia.
The jersey, worn during Game 2 of the Finals against the Utah Jazz on June 5, 1998, was sold in a private transaction arranged by Hunt Auctions. The buyer was identified as Miami real estate investor Ron Firman. The sale was announced on Monday, October 12, 2026.
The record-breaking sale further demonstrates the enduring appeal of Jordan, widely regarded as one of basketball’s greatest players, and the growing value of iconic sports collectibles.
Jordan’s Historic Performance in Game 2
Jordan wore the red Bulls jersey during Chicago’s 93–88 victory over Utah in Salt Lake City. He delivered a dominant performance, finishing with 37 points, five rebounds and three assists as the Bulls levelled the series at 1–1.
Chicago went on to win the championship in six games, securing the sixth and final NBA title of Jordan’s career with the Bulls.
The 1997–98 season later became the focus of the popular documentary series The Last Dance, released in 2020, which followed Jordan and the Bulls during their final championship-winning campaign together.
Second-Most Expensive Game-Worn Jersey Ever Sold
Although the US$14 million transaction is a record for basketball memorabilia, it ranks second among reported sales of game-worn sports jerseys.
The overall record belongs to baseball legend Babe Ruth. His New York Yankees jersey from Game 3 of the 1932 World Series sold for US$24.12 million in 2024. The jersey is associated with the famous “called shot” moment, when Ruth appeared to gesture toward the outfield before hitting a home run.
Jordan’s latest sale also surpasses the previous reported record for his own memorabilia. His jersey from Game 3 of the same 1998 Finals sold for approximately US$12.26 million in September 2026, while his Game 1 jersey fetched about US$10.09 million in 2022.
Collector Demand for Jordan Memorabilia Continues
The 1998 Finals jerseys have attracted extraordinary interest from collectors because of their connection to Jordan’s final championship season in Chicago.
Hunt Auctions president David Hunt said the latest sale reflected Jordan’s significance in sports and popular culture, comparing the status of such memorabilia with that of iconic works of art.
Firman also expressed excitement about acquiring the jersey, saying Jordan was an exceptionally talented player admired around the world. According to Hunt Auctions, the item was originally purchased directly from the Bulls by a private collector in 2003 and changed hands only once before the latest sale.
Interest in Jordan’s 1998 Finals memorabilia extends beyond jerseys. In 2023, a pair of Air Jordan sneakers worn during Game 2 against Utah sold at Sotheby’s for US$2.2 million, setting a record for sneakers at the time.
Another Milestone for the Jordan Legacy
The US$14 million sale adds another chapter to Michael Jordan’s remarkable legacy, both on the basketball court and in the collectibles market.
More than two decades after his final championship with Chicago, items associated with his playing career continue to command exceptional prices. The latest transaction establishes a new benchmark for basketball memorabilia while reinforcing the historical significance of the Bulls’ celebrated 1997–98 season.
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