2001-02 Michael Jordan Washington Wizards Game-Used & Autographed Home Jersey

Michael Jordan’s 2001 Game-Worn Jersey: A Piece of Basketball History

A Legendary Career

Michael Jordan, a name synonymous with basketball excellence, was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009 for his unparalleled individual career and again in 2010 as part of the iconic 1992 United States Men’s Olympic Basketball “Dream Team.” As a six-time NBA champion and Finals MVP, Jordan’s legacy is cemented in the annals of sports history. He was also named to the NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team and holds the title of the all-time leading scorer in NBA playoff history.

The Jersey’s Significance

This particular jersey, worn by Jordan on December 19th, 2001, during a commanding 103-76 victory against the Atlanta Hawks, is a testament to his enduring prowess on the court. In this game, Jordan recorded 23 points, showcasing his legendary skills. The jersey features the Nike manufacturer’s tag size “50” on the front left tail, with an attached flag tag reading, “LENGTH + 4 MADE IN THE U.S.A.” The left inseam includes a materials tag with washing instructions and a Nike “2001-02” year tag.

Iconic Design and Features

• Embroidered Details: The upper left chest bears the official “NBA” logo, while the upper right chest features a 9/11 memorial ribbon and American flag, both embroidered in red, white, and blue stitching.
• Team and Player Identification: Across the chest, “WIZARDS” is emblazoned, with the player number “23” below and on the back, all in blue on copper and black triple tackle twill. Above the player number on the back, “JORDAN” is displayed in blue on copper tackle twill.
• Signature and Authentication: Jordan signed the front of the jersey in silver marker, with the signature rated a 9 in our opinion. Below the autograph is an Upper Deck hologram with serial number “BAH76466.”

Provenance and Authentication

This jersey is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows appropriate use. It is accompanied by a Photo-Match.com Letter of Authenticity (LOA) confirming the match and grading the jersey a perfect 10, a MeiGray LOA, and an Upper Deck Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

For those who appreciate the significance of basketball memorabilia, this jersey represents not just a piece of fabric, but a fragment of Michael Jordan’s illustrious career. It is an opportunity to own a tangible piece of history from one of the greatest athletes of all time. Explore more about our sports memorabilia auctions and consider the chance to sell your own game-worn items or consign sports memorabilia with us at Grey Flannel Auctions.

* This text was generated from the original auction listing.