What Are The Most Expensive Air Jordan Sneakers Ever Sold?
Given the centrality of Air Jordans in sneaker culture, it’s no surprise that pairs once belonging to Michael Jordan have routinely sold for six figures and up. The market for ultra-rare sneakers, especially those worn or signed by MJ, has exploded in recent years. As re-releases of Jordan’s career sneakers gain popularity, the ultra-rich have started buying the actual shoes worn by the legend himself.
Following a recent list of the most expensive sneakers ever sold, Footwear News now focuses on Air Jordans. Air Jordan 1s from Michael’s rookie season dominate the list, with Olympic and “Last Dance” themes also appearing among the top entries.
25. Air Jordan 7 “Olympic” — $114,000 (2023)
Jordan signed this pair and gave them to NBA public relations executive Brian McIntyre after the Dream Team won the 1992 Olympics. McIntyre noted cereal crumbs in the shoes, likely from Jordan’s children, which he never removed.
24. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $117,000 (2020)
Worn by MJ during a March 1985 game against the Washington Bullets, this pair was obtained by two young brothers who negotiated a price after seeing the original recipient walking down the street.
23. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $117,000 (2020)
A never-worn player sample, this pair was auctioned at the 2003 American Running Honors Gala. The left shoe is a size 13, and the right is size 13.5.
22. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $120,000 (2022)
Not much is known about this signed pair, but the label indicates they were manufactured between February and April 1985.
21. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $122,000 (2023)
Worn and signed by Jordan, the details of their provenance, including the game in which they were worn, remain unknown.
20. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $123,000 (2022)
Game-worn but not autographed, this pair was obtained by the owner of the Judge Cafe, a hotspot for Utah Jazz players, through connections with Jerry Sloan.
19. Air Jordan 8 “Playoffs” — $126,000 (2021)
Signed and worn during the 1993 Eastern Conference Finals, this pair is one of three shoes photo-matched to a playoff game.
18. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $127,000 (2023)
This signed player sample was verified at Jordan’s camp in September 1998.
17. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $152,000 (2021)
Game-worn but not autographed, this pair was made in early 1985 but is not tied to a specific game.
16. Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam” — $176,000 (2021)
The “Space Jam” colorway was never initially sold to the public. This signed pair, made for Jordan, was later released in 2001 due to fan demand.
15. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $189,000 (2022)
This unsigned, game-worn pair followed the same route as another pair on this list to the Utah cafe owner through Jerry Sloan.
14. Air Jordan 7 “Olympic” — $190,000 (2020)
Worn during the Gold Medal game of the Tournament of the Americas before the 1992 Olympics, this signed pair was given to a team staffer by Jordan.
13. Air Jordan 13 Low — $204,000 (2023)
This game-worn, signed pair from the 1998 playoffs was made between May and July 1998.
12. Air Jordan 6 “Infrared” — $216,000 (2021)
Worn during Jordan’s first NBA title win in 1991, this signed pair was gifted to Sonny Vaccaro, the Nike executive who signed Jordan.
11. Air Jordan 13 “He Got Game” — $375,000 (2021)
These sneakers were worn by Jordan during his last regular-season game for the Bulls and were later given to Isiah Thomas.
10. Air Jordan 13 Low — $378,000 (2022)
Worn during Game 5 of the 1998 NBA Finals, this signed pair is featured in “The Last Dance” documentary.
9. Air Jordan 7 “Olympic” — $420,000 (2023)
Worn in a pre-Olympic tournament, this signed pair was given to Karl Malone and displayed at his Utah car dealership.
8. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $422,000 (2022)
Believed to be the last regular Air Jordan 1s worn by Michael in a game, these shoes were worn when he broke his foot in his second season.
7. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $486,000 (2022)
These dual-signed, game-worn sneakers were given by Jordan to a Bulls trainer in 1985 for a fundraiser.
6. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $560,000 (2020)
Sold as “The Last Dance” documentary aired in 2020, this signed, game-worn pair saw a significant price boost from the documentary’s buzz.
4. (Tie) Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $615,000 (2021)
This game-worn pair was signed twice by Jordan, first given to Gene Banks, then to Rick Lozano, who got them signed again during the 1991 NBA Finals.
4. (Tie) Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboard” — $615,000 (2020)
Worn during a 1985 exhibition game in Italy, where Jordan shattered the backboard, this pair inspired the 2015 “Shattered Backboard” release.
3. Air Jordan 1 “Chicago” — $675,000 (2022)
This pair, featuring a Nike Dunk sole for extra support, was worn after Jordan’s injury during a game against the Bucks.
2. Air Jordan 12 “Flu Game” — $1.38 million (2023)
Worn during Jordan’s legendary 38-point “Flu Game” performance in the 1997 NBA Finals, these shoes hold a special place in basketball history.
1. Air Jordan 13 “Bred” — $2.2 million (2023)
Signed and worn during Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals, these shoes are the most expensive Air Jordans ever sold, marking the end of Jordan’s Bulls career.
