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10 Most Valuable 1992 Topps Basketball Cards

Marking the company’s re-entry to the hobby, the 1992 Topps basketball card set was a sight for sore eyes for basketball card collectors.

Not since 1981 had Topps been in the basketball card business, often believing there wasn’t enough demand.

Thanks to Michael Jordan’s extreme popularity and the hype surrounding a couple of key rookies, that all changed in 1992…

Not to mention, the “Dream Team” had just finished off a historically dominant performance during the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona.

Basketball was as hot as ever and Topps was ready to capitalize.

And in this guide, we look at the ten most valuable from their 1992 set.

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Before we get started, I want to be 100% clear that most of the cards in this set sadly have no value these days.

Like the 1992 Fleer, Hoops, Skybox, and Upper Deck sets, massive print runs of these cards flooded the market and prices have fallen as a result.

To have any value at all, the cards on this list will need to be graded in PSA 10 gem mint condition...meaning they're nearly flawless.

Now that we've got that out of the way, let's take a look at the list:

1992 Topps #362 Shaq Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $400

After the Orlando Magic drafted Shaq with the first pick of the 1992 NBA Draft, the big man immediately took the league by storm, becoming the first rookie in NBA history to be named the Player of the Week during his first week in the league.

He was also the first rookie to be named to the All-Star team since Michael Jordan did so in 1985.

At 7'1" and 325 pounds, Shaq became a nightmare for opposing teams to try and stop, as demonstrated on his Topps rookie card.

As Minnesota small forward Bob McCann somehow gets mixed up with him down in the post, Shaq eagerly calls for the ball as he has a golden opportunity to score on the 6'6" McCann.

The Diesel would claim rookie of the Year honors for the 1992-93 season after posting per-game averages of 23.4 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks.

His free throw shooting percentage of 59%, while terrible, was also the third-highest of his Hall of Fame career.

1992 Topps #141 Michael Jordan

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $85

Michael Jordan was incredible during the 1992-93 season, leading the league in scoring for the seventh year in a row with a remarkable 32.6 points per game.

And although he would lose out on his third consecutive MVP award to Charles Barkley, Jordan led the Bulls over Barkley and the Suns in the NBA Finals that year to seal his first of two career NBA Championship "three-peats."

I love the visuals on this card as Jordan busts through the lane, as he did so often, while opposing defenders Cliff Robinson, Terry Porter, and Danny Ainge can only watch.

Ainge wasn't with the Blazers during the 1992-93 season, so this photo was likely taken during the 1991-92 season.

It may even be a snapshot from one of the Bulls' home games at the United Center during the NBA Finals that season, in which Chicago defeated Portland 4-2.

1992 Topps #204 Michael Jordan 50 Point Club

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $75

Cards #199 - 215 are part of a subset dedicated to highlighting several players who had scored 50 or more points in an NBA game during their careers.

Some guys in the subset, like Michael Adams, Reggie Miller, and Clyde Drexler, did so once while other guys like Bernard King, Dominque Wilkins, and Karl Malone did so multiple times.

And, then there was Michael Jordan, who had already scored 50 or more points twenty-two times at that point, putting him at a distant second place behind Wilt Chamberlain and his stunning 118 different 50-point games.

Jordan finished his career having scored 50 or more points in 31 different games, solidifying his legacy as a scoring machine.

He also had five career games where he scored 60 or more points with four of them shown on the reverse of the card.

The fifth came later during the 1992-93 season during a game against the Orlando Magic in which he roasted them for 64 points even though the Bulls fell short 124-128 in the loss.

1992 Topps #393 Alonzo Mourning Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $60

The Charlotte Hornets drafted Alonzo Mourning with the number two pick of the 1992 NBA Draft and, like Shaq, he quickly made a name for himself as a dominant big man.

Even though his per-game averages of 21 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks weren't much different than Shaq's, Mourning only received 2 points in Rookie of the Year voting compared to Shaq's 96.

Shaq won the first four Rookie of the Month honors that season while Mourning claimed the last two, signaling that Mourning turned things up a notch as the season progressed.

Regardless, Mourning went on to a Hall of Fame career of his own, appearing in seven All-Star games and becoming one of the game's fiercest defenders.

After overcoming severe kidney problems, Mourning would join forces with Shaq and Dwyane Wade to deliver an NBA Championship for the Miami Heat during the 2005-06 season.

1992 Topps #115 Michael Jordan All-Star

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $55

The 1992 NBA All-Star game, played in Orlando, wasn't much fun for Michael Jordan and crew as the West roasted the East 153-113.

The East out-rebounded the West 48 to 43 and had nearly the same amount of steals, blocks, and turnovers.

So, why was it a blowout?

Shooting made all the difference that day as the East shot an abysmal 44% from the field while the West was on fire, shooting 65% as a team.

Starters Magic Johnson, David Robinson, and Chris Mullin each shot better than 75%, and there was nothing the East could do to stop them.

Still, I love the action and excitement on this card, as Jordan goes up for an easy slam while David Robinson looks up helplessly in the lower-right corner.

1992 Topps #3 Michael Jordan Highlights

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $50

During Game 1 of the 1992 NBA Finals against the Portland Trail Blazers, Michael Jordan led the Chicago Bulls to a convincing 122-89 victory, scoring 39 points in the process.

Remarkably, most of Jordan's scoring spree occurred in the first half when he scored 35 points and nailed six 3-pointers.

After one of those threes, Jordan famously turned and shrugged as he went back to play defense as if even he were shocked at how well he was performing.

Cards #2 - 4 in this set are a tiny subset that commemorate three memorable "Highlights" from the 1991-92 season:

1. Magic Johnson's dominant MVP performance in the All-Star Game
2. Jordan's remarkable first half in Game 1 of the Finals
3. David Robinson finishing among the top-ten leaders in five different statistical categories

1992 Topps #389 Scottie Pippen

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $45

A crucial part of all six of the Bulls championships during the 1990s, Scottie Pippen was a 7-time All-Star and 7-time All-NBA selection over his 17-year Hall of Fame career.

Widely considered the greatest supporting player in NBA history, Pippen and Michael Jordan created a devastating one-two punch that was just too much for opposing teams to handle.

While Pippen could certainly hold his own on offense, he was ruthless on the defensive side of the ball, as evidenced by his ten career All-Defensive Team selections.

History will always look back on those dominant Bulls teams and wonder if Jordan could have won all those championships without Pippen.

1992 Topps #1 Larry Bird

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $35

Although Larry Bird retired at the end of the 1991-92 season, Topps paid tribute to the Celtics legend by including him as card #1 in the set.

During his final season in the NBA, Bird averaged 20.2 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game at 35 years old.

He demonstrated he could still play at a high level since most players would love to put up those kinds of numbers at any point in their careers.

Unfortunately, the nagging back injuries were just too much for Bird, and he decided to hang up his shoes for good.

Known for his fantastic shooting ability, Topps captured Larry Legend perfectly during a jumper.

1992 Topps #54 Magic Johnson

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $35

On November 7, 1991, Magic Johnson shocked the world when he announced he was retiring from the NBA after learning that he had tested positive for HIV.

While he missed the entire 1991-92 NBA regular season, he participated in the All-Star game that year, famously winning the MVP with a dominant performance in that 153-113 victory over the West.

Johnson also participated on the "Dream Team" that annihilated every other team during the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona.

Things were looking a bit more bright for a potential return to the NBA.

Though he initially did want to play during the 1992-93 season and participated in multiple Lakers practices, Johnson decided to stay retired after several other NBA players voiced their concern over his return to the league.

Although Topps stated "The Magic Is Back" on his card, it just wasn't meant to be.

1992 Topps #392 Latrell Sprewell Rookie Card

Estimated PSA 10 Value: $15

During Latrell Sprewell's 13-year career, he spent time with the Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, and Minnesota Timberwolves, making four All-Star game appearances along the way.

An effective scorer, Sprewell was used mostly as a shooting guard during his first six seasons with Golden State and later shifting to small forward with the Knicks and Timberwolves.

Unfortunately, most of Sprewell's legacy centers around his volatility and violent outbursts, most notably in 1997 when he choked his then-Golden State coach, P.J. Carlesimo.

Despite his complicated reputation, his rookie card can still have value in top condition.

1992 Topps Basketball Cards In Review

Even though the design wasn't any different than the Topps baseball and football card set designs that year, it was nice to see Topps back in the basketball card business.

With 396 cards in total released in two series, collectors enjoyed some great rookie cards of Shaquille O'Neal and Alonzo Mourning and cards of many other stars and Hall of Famers.

The Shaq rookie card may be the key overall, but Michael Jordan dominates the list with four cards in total.

Overall, it was a pretty decent set that packs plenty of nostalgia within its checklist.

Top Michael Jordan Basketball Cards, Gallery, Best List, Most Valuable

There are hobby superstars and then there's Michael Jordan. He transcends everything before him and Michael Jordan cards will be the measuring stick for everything that follows.

No matter the release, Michael Jordan cards sell. While there are thousands that command anywhere from the price of lunch up to a hefty house mortgage, there are some elite standouts.

The list of Michael Jordan cards that follows isn't only about value, although there are certainly tons of investment-worthy pieces here. Rather, we look at 23 Michael Jordan cards that could be considered cornerstones of almost any collection. They chart his early years, crazy inserts, limited parallels, autographs and memorabilia cards. Above all, they catch our attention.

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This is by no means a definitive list of the best Michael Jordan cards. There are too many of them. Elite Michael Jordan cards are like pieces of art done by the masters. Every time these cards pop up, they seem to break records. Here are 23 Michael Jordan cards worth gawking at and dreaming of adding to your cardboard collection.

Jordan has many other cards of note, including top 1980s cards and top inserts, plus his premium Exquisite Collection cards and even a selection of baseball cards and golf cards.

See Also: Real-Time Michael Jordan Card Hot List.

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1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan RC #57

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The 1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card is one of the most important cards in the history of the hobby. For modern card collecting, one could argue it's as iconic as the 1952 Topps Baseball Mickey Mantle is for vintage collectors. However, given its popularity and value, MJ rookie fakes are a huge issue, so be careful when shopping.

Those looking beyond his first Fleer card are in luck as there are also many more key Michael Jordan cards from the 1980s.

1996 SPx Michael Jordan Autograph

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The 1996 SPx Michael Jordan Autograph is his first signed basketball card. These die-cut beauties feature on-card signatures and rarely surface for sale.

1996-97 E-X2000 A Cut Above Michael Jordan #5

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Is it a basketball card or a buzz saw? 1996-97 E-X2000 A Cut Above cards were inserted 1:288 packs, making any given card extremely tough to come by. Given the intricate design, the condition can also be a problem.

1996-97 Flair Showcase Legacy Collection Row 2 Michael Jordan #23 #/150

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The road of high-end Michael Jordan cards is paved with a ton of low-numbered parallels. While the 1996-97 Flair Showcase Legacy Collection Row 2 Michael Jordan isn't the rarest, it is certainly one of the most beautiful. Mixing an action shot in the foreground with an emotional foil portrait in the background, the card beams with elegance.

1996-97 Metal Net-Rageous Michael Jordan #5

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The 1996-97 Metal Net-Rageous Michael Jordan is another outrageous mid-90s insert that's ridiculously tough to find. Loud and proud, cards from the die-cut set can be found 1:288 packs.

1997-98 E-X2001 Jambalaya Michael Jordan #6

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Another wild insert from the era, 1997-98 E-X2001 Jambalaya focused on basketball's best dunkers. And when you're talking about the game's best dunkers, Michael Jordan is king. Inserted at a very tough rate of 1:720 packs, Jambalaya remains one of the most desirable insert sets ever created.

1997-98 Fleer Thrill Seekers Michael Jordan #7

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Mixing a holofoil shimmer, a matte front and some horrible fonts, there's no doubt what era the 1997-98 Fleer Thrill Seekers Michael Jordan came from. Cards in the ten-card set are a case hit, falling 1:288 packs.

1997-98 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Michael Jordan #23 #/100

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The grand-daddy of parallels, if you've got a 1997-98 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Michael Jordan, you've got a few tuition payments for your children's college education. And textbooks. And a lifetime supply of Kraft Dinner. The blazing red background is perfectly appropriate for Jordan. Although numbered to 100, only 90 of the famed Precious Metal Gems cards are red.

The remaining 10 cards are green. And if you have one of those, you may be able to trade it for a house, white picket fence and all.

1997-98 Ultra Star Power Supreme Michael Jordan #SPS1

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If you haven't figured it out by now, Fleer ruled the wild insert designs, parallels and tough pulls of the mid- to late-1990s. The 1997-98 Ultra Star Power Supreme Michael Jordan is a case hit parallel that mixes a die-cut design with holofoil. Individual singles in the 20-card set appear 1:288 packs of 1997-98 Ultra Series 2 Basketball.

1997-98 Ultra Stars Gold Michael Jordan #1

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1997-98 Ultra Stars was the set's Series One case hit. Of those, ten percent were given the Ultra Stars Gold treatment. Basically, the 1997-98 Ultra Stars Gold Michael Jordan is an impossible parallel of a nearly impossible set. And it's got all the flash and jazz collectors expect and love.

1997-98 Upper Deck Game Jersey Michael Jordan #GJ13

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The first Michael Jordan game-used jersey card might not be the prettiest. But it's still the first. With 22 cards in the set, even odds of one per case would make it tough. Try 1:2,500 packs for any given card in the set. That's 1:55,000 packs for the 1997-98 Upper Deck Game Jerseys Michael Jordan.

There's also an autographed version that is hand-numbered to 23 copies.

1998-99 Fleer Tradition Playmakers Theatre Michael Jordan #9 #/100

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Limited to 100 copies, the 1998-99 Fleer Tradition Playmakers Theatre Michael Jordan has a lot going for it. It's embossed and has some great gold shine. Collectors should beware of versions that have neither embossing or serial numbers. These were likely in the Fleer archives when the company went out of business and the assets were sold off.

1998-99 Hoops Slam Bams Michael Jordan #1 #/100

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The 1998-99 Hoops Slam Bams Michael Jordan is a strange beast. While it has some great photography, the overall design is among the busiest you'll ever find. Oh yeah, it's numbered to 100 copies so it commands attention whenever it pops up.

1998-99 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Michael Jordan #1 #/50

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Instead of numbering to 100 like the previous year, the 1998-99 Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems Michael Jordan has just 50 copies. The parallel's immense popularity and the low numbering make this one of the ultimate Michael Jordan card prizes.

1998-99 SkyBox Molten Metal Fusion Michael Jordan #41 #/250

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The 1998-99 SkyBox Molten Metal Fusion Michael Jordan is unique with its tiny die-cut dots that combine to create the legend's portrait. While the basic Fusion parallel is numbered to 250, a Titanium version is much tougher with just 40 copies.

1998-99 SkyBox Premium Star Rubies Michael Jordan #23 #/50

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Resembling something Pacific might have created with their Prism lines a few years earlier, the 1998-99 SkyBox Premium Star Rubies Michael Jordan is one of the most desired parallel cards of all-time. Numbered to 50, it pictures Jordan preparing to drive to the hoop.

1998-99 SkyBox Thunder Noyz Boyz Michael Jordan #9

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Who names these cards? Although the title might be horrible, it's memorable—kind of like those late-night TV jingles that stick with you for months on end. The distinct die-cut design and rarity (1:300 packs) make the 1998-99 SkyBox Thunder Noyz Boyz Michael Jordan one of the greatest insert cards in the hobby.

1998-99 Upper Deck Game Jersey Michael Jordan

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Building on the 1997-98 Upper Deck insert, the Game Worn Jersey line in 1998-99 Upper Deck Basketball offers another key MJ jersey relic card.

In addition, Upper Deck released six different Michael Jordan autograph jersey cards in 1998-99, all of which are numbered to 23. These all rank among the best Michael Jordan cards ever made.

1999 Upper Deck Employee Game Jersey Michael Jordan #/275

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Upper Deck staff have gotten some amazing exclusive cards over the years. Perhaps none are more beautiful than the 1999 Upper Deck Employee Game Jersey Michael Jordan. Numbered to 275, the card pictures Jordan making his original last shot. The card was produced just for staff and wasn't inserted in packs.

1999-00 Upper Deck HoloGrFX Shoetime Autograph Michael Jordan #MJA #/23

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When you think of Michael Jordan, a handful of iconic things come to mind: the number 23, his impressive dunks and his signature shoes. The Air Jordan sneaker line is bigger than the game. Yet, it has only appeared on a handful of Michael Jordan cards. The 1999-00 Upper Deck HoloGrFX Shoetime Autograph Michael Jordan is among the first of just a few signed shoe cards of the great.

2000-01 Ultimate Collection Signatures Gold Michael Jordan #MJG Autograph #/25

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The greatest strength of the 2000-01 Ultimate Collection Signatures Gold Michael Jordan is its simplicity. And autograph. And limited numbering to 25.

2003-04 UD Glass 1-2 Combo Jersey Autographs LeBron James, Michael Jordan #LJMJ #/10

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The 2003-04 UD Glass 1-2 Combo Jersey LeBron James/Michael Jordan is the only card from LeBron James' rookie year to combine the pair's signatures and jersey swatches. Numbered to only ten copies, the design is somewhat understated given its significance. The pair signed many more cards together since then, but this is one of the best.

2003-04 Exquisite Collection Michael Jordan #3 #/225

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When was the last time you saw a modern base card that wasn't a rookie card go for $500+? It's unheard of — almost. Michael Jordan and 2003-04 Exquisite Collection are two very special hobby beasts. One is the greatest player, the other is the greatest set. MJ has many other impressive Exquisite cards, as well.

1998-99 SKYBOX PREMIUM MICHAEL JORDAN SOUL OF THE GAME. DAMAGE BOTTOM CORNER.
$110.44

Vintage 1990's Wilson Michael Jordan Basketball BRAND NEW Still in plastic!
$40.00

Michael Jordan NBA ON NBC Rare Card 1993 Skybox#14$60
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MICHAEL JORDAN 1991 Fleer #29 Chicago Bulls.
$40.00

2008-09 NBA Fleer Basketball Card #68 Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls *A9
$15.50

MICHAEL JORDAN 1997-98 HOOPS HIGH VOLTAGE 500 #14 of 20 HV - 17 of 500 BGS 8.5 $
$25000.00

MICHAEL JORDAN 2006-07 FLEER EX JAMBALAYA #J-MJ. BGS 9 MINT $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
$25000.00

MICHAEL JORDAN 1997-98 UPPER DECK GAME JERSEYS #GJ13 BGS 8.5 GRADING $$$$$$$$$$$
$45000.00

MICHAEL JORDAN 1997-98 SPX GRAND FINALE #6 - 39 of 50 - BGS 7.5 GRADING $$$$$$$$
$50000.00

Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls Rare Sticker 1998 Upper Deck#32$$
$20.00

1991 Upper Deck Michael Jordan PSA 9
$60.00

2000 Upper Deck Century Legends The Best 50 Michael Jordan BGS 8. 5
$136.00

2000 Upper Deck Century Legends n°87 The Best 50 Michael Jordan
$127.50

2000 Upper Deck Century Legends n°66 History of the Dunk 50 Michael Jordan
$142.50

2000 Upper Deck Legends Master Collection Final Floor 100 Michael Jordan RARE
$202.50

Michael Jordan Sport Series Leather Wrist WATCH BULLS Not Working
$19.99

2000 Upper Deck Century Legends Legendary Jersey Michael Jordan RARE
$210.50

2000 Upper Deck Ovation A Piece of History Shoe Patch Michael Jordan RARE
$586.00

MICHAEL JORDAN 1997 98 UD AIRLINES DIE CUT INSERT #AL12 SUPER RARE MASSIVE BS$$$
$45.88

Michael Jordan 1993-94 Upper Deck 1993 NBA Finals Game 1 Card #198 🔥
$15. 00

Air Jordan VII: The second championship

The seventh chapter in the history of Michael Jordan's numbered shoes

The 90-91 season was a very important event for Michael Jordan - the first championship was won, which became the starting point in basketball heaven and a very big step towards the title the best player of his generation and all of basketball, the MVP title was won, which once again proved that all Michael's claims to march into eternity were justified, there was also getting into the team of the best defenders, as proof that behind all success there is a lot of work and overcoming myself. It was a great season, but Jordan had no idea that the next one would be even better.

Jordan after the first championship

Start of the season 91-92. Michael's goal is to improve last year's results and reach a qualitatively new level, which would allow him to create a dynasty for years with his game. In all this pre-season hustle and bustle, one thing that is most often overlooked is business. Although Michael was a player turned on self-improvement and spent a huge amount of time in training, he still sometimes left the gym, and, as a rule, he spent all his free time with his family or with Nike partners with whom he had great business.

Chicago's young leader is a lucky lottery ticket for Nike. His great game brought a lot of money to the brand. With the logo of the floating Mike, everything was sold, from jackets to socks, but still, personalized basketball shoes remained the main source of income. This is understandable: it was in them that Michael rewrote the history of the NBA and world basketball and did it so boldly and stylishly that everyone wanted to buy his sneakers. That's why Jordan's number 7 has been around for a long time before the start of the regular season.1-92. Tinker Hatfield, who had already earned himself the name of the main innovator in the sports business, was appointed the designer again, and managed to find mutual understanding with Michael, which made the work not only productive, but also enjoyable.

First sketches of the Air Jordan VII

Tinker Hatfield found inspiration for the design of the 7s in the culture of the West African tribes, where he was strongly impressed by the bright visual elements of the natives. Tinker did not forget about the previous model, some elements of which migrated to the "sevens". If you look closely, you will find references to the "sixes" without much difficulty. You will find innovations with even less effort, but just in case, we will note the main ones.

The first thing that catches your eye is the absence of a visible AIr balloon, which was a kind of hallmark of Michael's signature sneakers. Tinker Hatfield decided to simply “hide” it right into the foam sole made of Phylon material. The brand managers did not like this decision of the designer, but Tinker remained his own and defended his position. You can quickly see that when creating this model, Tinker was inspired by the Nike Huarache concept, which was taken as the basis. With her help, the sneaker lost a lot of weight and began to “breathe” better.

An inner sockliner has also been added to the sneaker, contributing to a higher level of comfort and ankle protection. Here, probably, are all the new decisions of the Nike team, excluding visual innovations, which have become more than enough.

As a result, it turned out to be a rather bright and terribly interesting game model, which, with its visual and technological innovations, provided an advantage against other basketball models of those years. But like all the other shoes in Jordan's line, this one was made famous solely by Michael's great performance. So many interesting and big events fell on the release season of these sneakers, which allowed them to disperse in a huge circulation.

Michael Jordan wearing the Air Jordan VII on the cover of GQ

Michael Jordan, wearing the Air Jordan 7, won 67 regular season wins with Chicago, which seemed pretty cool at the time. In many ways, such a large number of victories is the merit of Jordan, who scored an average of 30 points per match, which allowed him to become the most valuable player of the championship, get into the first symbolic five of the entire championship and go to the All-Star Game for the sixth time.

Mike did not forget about defense either, so at the end of the season he was in the top five defensively, and if it were not for David Robinson's crazy performance, who gave out 5 block shots per match, Jordan could well have taken the figurine in this category. A scattering of individual awards was followed by a great team success - the second championship in a row, where Portland was beaten in the final. Following the results of that series, Jordan received the prize of the most valuable player of the finals.

Michael's signature grimace appeared precisely in the finale of 1992

Another important event occurred in the spring of the same year, when Michael Jackson decided to involve his namesake in the filming of the video for the song "Jam". In the clip, Michael Jordan teaches Michael Jackson how to play basketball, and Jackson teaches him how to dance in return. The Air Jordan 7 "Bordeaux" was well promoted in that clip.

But the most important and significant event happened in the summer of 19'92, when Michael Jordan went to the Olympics with the US basketball team, where the world saw the legendary 'Dream Team'. In those matches, Michael Jordan wore the special Olympic colors of the "sevens", which later became one of the most coveted colors of the entire lineup.

Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson

After the Olympic Games, Michael Jordan managed to star in a new commercial where he plays basketball with Bugs Bunny in number seven.

Opinion

For me, the Air Jordan 7 holds a special place in Michael's sneaker hierarchy. These were the first Jordan shoes that I saw for sale in the store and they were also the first model of sneakers that I had already professionally written an article about for one publication. I have always liked their design, colors, selection of materials. High high sneakers, but not massive. Tinker managed to convey their lightness in the design of the sevens, and on the leg they feel almost weightless, which is not the case with the neighbors in the series. Sixths have a little more condoness, eights are much less elegant, and here - an absolutely airy lucky seven. Music, not sneakers.

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11 NBA championships

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4 NBA championships

LeBron James is synonymous with greatness. From the first appearance on the court and up to the present moment, he has done nothing but meet the huge expectations of basketball fans around the world. Only 1,300 points separate him from Abdul-Jabbar's scoring record, and LeBron is not going to stop.

He has two wins at the Olympics, four championship titles, four awards for the most valuable player of the regular season and the final series. All-Star games have been around without James since 2005, and it's impossible to imagine modern sport without him. There is only one basketball player to whom he (so far) is inferior in the size of the legacy.

1984-93, 1995-98 Chicago Bulls; 2001-03 Washington Wizards

6 NBA Championships

Jordan is universally acknowledged as the greatest basketball player of all time. Not only has he changed the game in so many different ways, but he has become a global brand on and off the court, primarily due to the cosmic level of the game.

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