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Michael Jordan

Watch: Michael Jordan wears original Jordans in ’98 vs. Knicks 

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June 5, 1998; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan in game two of the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Anne Ryan-USA TODAY

Michael Jordan transformed the game of basketball forever. Not only did his skills change how players approach the game, but his sneakers also revolutionized the footwear industry.

Related: Michael Jordan donated $1 million salary to 9/11 relief

 

In March of 1998, the Chicago Bulls rolled into New York to play the Knicks. This was the last time the Bulls would play the Knicks in New York.

With this being possibly Michael Jordan’s last season in the NBA, this was billed as Jordan’s last game in Madison Square Garden.

In honor of the moment, Jordan decided to wear his original Air Jordans one last time.

“It’s been a long time since I wore them,” Jordan said. “It’s funny coming back and playing and remembering some of the old days and some of the games I had here, and the shoes are a part of that. But, my feet are killing me.

“I came in to play hard, and every time I came here, it’s fun. You want to play hard and I always have a challenge with the Knicks. I come in with the same focus, and today is no different,” Jordan said.

Jordan dominated the game, scoring 42 points while recording eight rebounds, six assists, and three steals. The Bulls won 102-89.

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About the Author Published Sep 14, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1
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