Michael Jordan's Rookie Jersey Sells for $4.215 Million at Sotheby's

A Chicago Bulls jersey worn by Michael Jordan during his rookie preseason game was auctioned for $4.215 million, marking a significant moment in sports memorabilia. Sotheby's confirmed that this is the only game-worn, photo-matched Jordan rookie jersey to surface publicly at an auction and was authenticated using video footage from his first NBA game. The jersey, believed to be the first worn by Jordan in the NBA, has dark stains indicating it was worn by other players before him. This sale ranks as the fifth most expensive NBA jersey ever sold, with previous record sales also featuring Jordan's memorabilia. The jersey previously sold for just $66,000 in 2009, showcasing the skyrocketing value of rare sports items. The auction reflects the ongoing demand for Michael Jordan memorabilia, driven partly by the popularity of the documentary 'The Last Dance.'