In a powerful reminder of Michael Jordan’s enduring legacy, a rare game-worn jersey and shorts from the Chicago Bulls’ 1992-93 season sold for a staggering $2.623 million at Heritage Auctions. This eye-catching sale, which included the buyer’s premium. The insane price tag shows how highly prized Jordan memorabilia remains among collectors and fans alike.

Michael Jordan has certainly been one of the NBA’s most talked-about, cultural phenoms, a legend, and arguably the best in the league. What makes this jersey particularly extraordinary is its documented history and significance. Photo-matching experts at MeiGray and Sports Investors Authentication (SIA) have verified the uniform was worn by Jordan in at least 17 games, spanning from November 6, 1992, to March 24, 1993. The jersey was part of the Bulls’ journey to their first-ever three-peat and Jordan’s third NBA title.“We believe this jersey was very likely worn every road game from November 6, 1992 to March 24, 1993,” said SIA in its authentication letter.

The exact jersey was worn by Jordan on the October 18, 1993 cover of Sports Illustrated, just before he shocked the world by announcing his first retirement at the age of 30. The cover simply read, “WHY?”, capturing the collective disbelief of fans everywhere.This was a huge season for the Bulls and for Jordan himself. He led the league in scoring for the seventh consecutive year, tying Wilt Chamberlain’s legendary record. His dominance peaked during the NBA Finals, where he averaged 41 points per game, still the highest in Finals history. That performance sealed the Bulls’ victory over the Phoenix Suns.The condition of the jersey adds another layer of intrigue. Heritage Auctions noted it had “monumental game wear far exceeding any Jordan” item they’ve previously handled.The fabric was visibly softened from repeated laundering.This set is also the only known Jordan uniform from that season to be photo-matched to so many appearances. Though the $2.623 million sale is impressive, it still falls short of the record for Jordan memorabilia. That distinction belongs to the “Last Dance” jersey from Game 1 of the 1998 NBA Finals, which sold for $10.091 million in 2022 — the most ever paid for a game-worn sports collectible.Other notable Jordan auctions include:-Six Air Jordan sneakers — one from each championship win — which sold for $8 million in 2023 via Sotheby’s.-A 1996-97 season jersey, which helped anchor an $8.5 million collection of Jordan memorabilia.Also Read: Nikola Jokic's offseason plans revealed after Nuggets fall to Thunder in Game 7 against Oklahoma City Thunder