A pair of game-worn Michael Jordan sneakers sold for $190,372
Posted Jun 12, 2017
The Converse sneakers Michael Jordan wore in the gold medal game of the 1984 Olympics against Spain sold at auction for $190,372.80. The shoes, which were autographed by Jordan, were put up for auction by the ball boy who worked the game as an 11-year-old. The auction set a record for the highest price for game-used sneakers - one that was already held by Jordan.
(FOX Sports)
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