Sports memorabilia is about to enter uncharted territory. The white jersey Michael Jordan wore in Game 3 of the 1998 NBA Finals is heading to auction on September 15, with sports investor and current owner Rob Gough believing it could become the most valuable item in sports history, potentially fetching $100 million.
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Why This Particular Jersey
Worn during Jordan’s final “Last Dance” season with the Bulls, this jersey carries the largest margin of victory in NBA Finals history — a 96-54 rout of the Utah Jazz. Ironically, the blowout meant Jordan played just 32 minutes, his lowest total that postseason, scoring 24 points.
Michael Jordan’s 1998 Finals Jersey Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Item | Jordan’s Game 3 jersey, 1998 NBA Finals |
| Auction Date | September 15, 2026 |
| Estimated Value | Up to $100 million |
| Game Result | Bulls 96-54 Jazz (largest Finals margin ever) |
| Current Owner | Rob Gough |
| Comparable Sale | Game 1 jersey sold for $10.1 million (2022) |
The Man Behind the Collection
Gough, who also owns memorabilia from Kobe Bryant, Wilt Chamberlain, Tom Brady and Wayne Gretzky, explained his philosophy simply: he only collects pieces tied to victories, since a jersey from a losing game inevitably comes with an asterisk attached. He previously made headlines buying a rare 1952 Mickey Mantle baseball card for $5.2 million in 2021.
Why It Matters
Calling sports memorabilia “the new modern art,” Gough’s sale could reshape how collectors and investors value iconic sports artifacts going forward. Full auction details will be available via official NBA news updates.
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