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UNC Basketball: Michael Jordan’s game-worn sneakers up for auction

Before Michael Jordan had a historic NBA career with the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards, he decided to attend the University of North Carolina and play for Dean Smith.

Jordan had a stellar career at UNC winning the ACC Rookie of the Year award in 1982, was a two-time First Team All-ACC and All-American in 1983 and 1984, and was named the AP National College Player of the Year and ACC Player of the Year in 1984.

Oh he also hit the game-winning shot which has become an iconic moment helping UNC win the 1982 National Championship over Georgetown.