Some of the best memorabilia from the 1990s Chicago Bulls dynasty will go up for auction as former star Scottie Pippen presents his collection of memorabilia to the highest bidder.
Sotheby’s plans to auction off Pippen’s Bulls memorabilia between March 2 and 10, with select items on display at the auction house’s headquarters in New York City.
The item that probably has the most value wasn’t even from Pippen. Available during the auction will be Nike basketball shoes worn by Bulls teammate Michael Jordan during the 1992 Olympics.
According to The Athletic, the Jordan sneakers could be worth up to $3.5 million.
“Every jersey, sneaker and collectible I have kept over the years holds a memory, a feeling, a story of perseverance and teamwork,” Pippen said in a statement. “Now, I feel like the time is right to share these pieces and let others follow their stories. I’m excited to give fans and collectors the opportunity to own these special items, connect with the history and memories they represent, and live a part of the journey I was lucky enough to experience.”
There will be several Pippen Bulls jerseys, including one from the 1998 NBA Finals and another from the 1997 Finals, which Pippen wore during the “Jordan Flu Game.” Also available will be Pippen jerseys from the 1996 and 1992 NBA Finals, as well as jerseys from the 1990 and 1997 All-Star Game, and a Dream Team jersey from the 1992 Olympics.
Pippen’s 1994 All-Star Game MVP trophy, his Hall of Fame trophy and his six replica NBA championship trophies will also be up for auction, along with other select items that could be worth up to $6 million.
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