Michael Jordan’s legend isn’t built on statistics alone—sometimes a single moment tells the story. In 1985, during an exhibition game for Stefanel Trieste in Italy, Jordan delivered one of the most unforgettable plays of his career: the “Shattered Backboard” dunk. This was a split-second fusion of athleticism, instinct, and showmanship, a moment that still feels almost cinematic decades later.
Sotheby’s revisits that flight toward the rim, a leap that didn’t just break glass—it helped break barriers in how the world saw basketball. The story behind this legendary game shows how mythmaking happens in real time and why Jordan’s influence stretches far beyond the court, inspiring collectors, fans, and a new generation discovering the artistry of sport. Witness what history looks like midair, when the impossible becomes unforgettable at Sotheby's this December as part of Luxury Week presented by EDITION Hotels.
