Michael Jordan's Sneakers from the 1984 Gold Medal Game Hit the Auction Block

Posted May 26, 2017
Due to his longtime partnership with the brand, it's not often that one comes across non-Nike Michael Jordan sneaker memorabilia. However, collectors now have the opportunity to add a pair of Converse sneakers worn by the basketball legend in the 1984 Olympics to their stash. Another pair of Converse sneakers reportedly worn by Jordan in the '84 Games were auctioned off in 2015. (Sole Collector)

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