Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers expected to smash auction records

Posted Mar 15, 2023
In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of the NBA Finals, and now the sneakers are expected to smash auction records. Sotheby's will offer up the game-winning sneakers next month, for a high estimate of $4 million, with open bidding to take place online from April 3 to 11. (CNN.com)

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