Michael Jordan's first NBA sneaker, worn during his debut season, is available for auction.

A rare pair of sneakers worn by NBA legend Michael Jordan during his rookie season is up for auction. This pair of Nike Air Ship sneakers pre-dates the iconic Air Jordan sneakers and are reportedly the earliest pair of sneakers still in existence.

It was Jordan's fifth career NBA game and only five days after he signed with Nike. According to Tj Lewis, a Denver Nuggets ball boy present at the game, Jordan noticed him and offered him the sneakers he'd just worn in the game. Lewis said that when Jordan offered him the shoes, he found a pen and had him sign both shoes, one of which was inscribed with 'My Very Best to Tj Michael Jordan.'

This isn't the first time the sneakers have been up for auction. In 2020, they were auctioned for a record $1.47 million. Bids can now be placed on the Goldin website. The sneakers are a unique piece of Michael Jordan memorabilia that any fan would be lucky to own.

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