1988-89 Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls Game-Used Road Jersey Attributed To The ’89 Playoffs
(Rare Late Season Armband)
Michael Jordan’s 1988-89 Chicago Bulls Game-Worn Jersey: A Legendary Artifact
The Rise of “His Airness”
Michael Jordan, a name synonymous with basketball excellence, began his illustrious career with the NBA’s Chicago Bulls in 1984 after a standout tenure at the University of North Carolina. Known for his prolific scoring and leaping ability, Jordan earned the nicknames “Air Jordan” and “His Airness” by captivating audiences with his slam dunks from the free throw line during Slam Dunk Contests. Beyond his offensive prowess, Jordan was celebrated as one of the best defensive players in the game, a testament to his all-around brilliance on the court.
Accolades and Achievements
Jordan’s career is decorated with numerous accolades, including:
- Five MVP Awards
- Ten All-NBA First Team Designations
- Nine All-Defensive First Team Honors
- Fourteen NBA All-Star Game Appearances
- Three All-Star MVP Awards
- Ten Scoring Titles
- Three Steals Titles
- Six NBA Finals MVP Awards
- 1988 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award
Jordan holds the NBA record for the highest career regular season scoring average with 30.1 points per game, and an astounding 33.4 points per game in the playoffs. His induction into the Hall of Fame in 2009 further cements his legacy as one of the greatest to ever play the game.
A Jersey with Historical Significance
The jersey in question is a remarkable piece of basketball memorabilia, representing a pivotal moment in Jordan’s career. On the left front tail is the “Sand-Knit” manufacturer’s tag with size “46”, accompanied by the “Designed & Tailored Exclusively for Chicago Bulls” tag. A strip tag with “2”LB” is adjacent. The front of the jersey proudly displays “BULLS”, with the iconic number “23” on both the front and back. These numbers and letters are crafted in heat-transferred black vinyl with a white border. The back features “JORDAN” in white heat-transferred vinyl letters. At the left chest is the official NBA embroidered logo, and a memorial black armband is present on the left shoulder strap, added to Bulls jerseys at the end of the 1988-89 season.
Game-Worn and Authenticated
Images from the May 31, 1989, Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons Eastern Conference Finals Game #5 match up favorably to this very shirt. The jersey is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion, shows appropriate use. This jersey is not just a piece of fabric; it is a testament to Jordan’s enduring legacy and the indelible mark he left on the game.
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