While most basketball shoes can be pricey, these eight most expensive basketball shoes are top dollar for another reason. Whether it’s due to the make-up of the shoe or who wore it, each pair of basketball shoes on this list is worth tens of thousands of dollars. Keep reading to see the most expensive basketball shoe, valued at $2.1 million.
8. Air Jordan 1, $25,000
When the Air Jordan I was first released there were two versions. The original was a red-and-black design banned by the NBA since they had no white on the shoe. Jordan wore the shoes anyway and incurred a $5,000 fine each time he put them on. The other version was a black and metallic gold released in Asia. Only twelve pairs were created though, skyrocketing their value up to $25,000.
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7. Nike Air Force 1 Entourage x Undefeated x Fukijama Gold, $82,000
Our seventh most expensive basketball shoe is the Nike Air Force 1 “Entourage x Undefeated x Fukijama Gold” which may look impressive but isn’t ideal for the court. The shoes do not provide the flexibility and ankle support needed for basketball, but they have some unique characteristics. These include metallic gold leather with laser-etched designs, black leather Swooshes, and special graphics on the tongue and heel.
6. Air Jordan 8 “Playoffs,” $126,000
The “Playoffs” Air Jordan 8s may not be the best basketball shoe in terms of performance, but there is some history that lands the shoes at number six on our list. The shoe takes a trip down memory lane for avid sneakerheads as the “Playoffs” were released in 1993 during Michael Jordan’s championship run with the Chicago Bulls.
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5. Buscemi 100MM Diamond Sneakers, $132,000
Some expensive basketball shoes are made for performance on the court, while others focus instead on the luxury and style of the shoe. This is true for our fifth choice, the Buscemi 100MM Diamond Sneakers with a price tag of $132,000. The shoes feature hand-crafted Italian leather, signature 18k gold hardware, and 11.5 carats of diamonds.
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4. Michael Jordan’s Olympic Game-Worn Converse Fastbreaks, $190,000
While Converse is not at the forefront of basketball sneakers anymore, they were a leading brand in 1984. The Fastbreaks offered ankle support, a comfortable fit, and traction on the court. The historical significance of these shoes dives once again into Michael Jordan’s past, as he wore a pair during the 1984 Olympics. This would be one of the last times he wore a brand other than Air Jordan as his partnership began soon after.
3. Michael Jordan’s NBA Finals Game-Worn Air Jordan 6’s, $252,000
Top of the line when they first came out in 1991, Michael Jordan’s NBA Finals Air Jordan 6s rank third on our list of most expensive basketball shoes. While many pairs are available today, only this pair has reached legendary status as Jordan used them for his first NBA championship run with the Chicago Bulls.
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2. Nike Air Yeezy 1 Prototype, $1.8 million
Though these shoes never hit the basketball court, the collaboration between Kanye West and Nike made the price tag jump to $1.8 million. The Nike Air Yeezy 1 Prototype pre-dated the signature Yeezy line, prioritizing style over performance. The most interesting detail on the basketball shoes is the “Y” medallion lace locks, which have now become synonymous with Yeezy.
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1. Solid Gold OVOx Air Jordan 10’s, $2.1 million
At number one is the Solid Gold OVO x Air Jordan 10s with a price tag of $2.1 million. Though these shoes are a statement, you won’t be playing any games in them. These shoes weigh in at 100 pounds, as they are created from solid 24k gold. A perfect replica of the Air Jordan 10 design, the shoe is the ultimate basketball collector’s item.
