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To some, the Air Jordan 13 is the last great retro, both because of its looks and because Jordan wore them on the road to his final NBA title. The Air Jordan 13 Black/Red?will release again this weekend at retailers, which means it’s an ideal time to take a look back at Michael Jordan?s 13 Best Games in the Air Jordan 13.
February 13, 1998
Air Jordan 13 White/True Red-Black
37 Points, 7 Rebounds
Trying to withstand a rally from Steve Smith and the Atlanta Hawks, Chicago was not going to lose this game at home. With four seconds left, MJ takes the ball and hits the buzzer-beater.
March 22, 1998
Air Jordan 13 White/Black-True Red-Pearl Grey
33 Points, 5 Steals, 4 Rebounds, 3 Assists
Remember when Chauncey Billups, Tracy McGrady, and Marcus Camby were all on the same team? It happened, and the Raptors gave Jordan a run for his money in this March matchup. As highlighted in the video, MJ hits the game winning shot. Surprised?
February 8, 1998
Air Jordan 13 Black/True Red-Black
23 Points, 8 Assists, 6 Rebounds, 3 Steals, ASG MVP
34 years old? MJ wasn’t worried. Jordan showed out in the All-Star game with a 23-point performance and walked away with another ASG MVP.
November 21, 1997
Air Jordan 13 White/Black-True Red-Pearl Grey
49 Points, 5 Rebounds, 5 Assists
After starting off the season 6-5, MJ decided to post his season-high against the Clippers. Even though Jordan had to play 52 minutes to score 49 in a game that went to double-overtime, the Bulls still came out with a win.
January 3, 1998
Air Jordan 13 White/Black-True Red-Pearl Grey
34 Points, 9 Rebounds, 9 Assists
The Detroit Pistons had a stacked squad filled with Grant Hill, Jerry Stackhouse, and Joe Dumars. Unfortunately for them, Michael Jordan posted an almost triple-double and got the win.
May 31, 1998
Air Jordan 13 Black/True Red-Black
28 Points, 9 Rebounds, 8 Assists
In what could have been his last game, Michael Jordan made sure it was memorable no matter his future. The Pacers forced the Eastern Conference Finals to a Game 7, where MJ sent Reggie and crew packing.
May 3, 1998
Air Jordan 13 “Bred”
35 Points, 11 Rebounds, 4 Assists
Michael Jordan may have a great record against the Hornets, but he has always said they were one of the tougher teams in the East. During Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, MJ dropped 35 points and grabbed 11 boards en route to a win.
May 19, 1998
Air Jordan 13 Black/True Red-Black
41 Points, 5 Assists, 4 Rebounds, 4 Steals
In Game 2 of the Easter Conference Finals, Jordan dropped 41 points while showing the Pacers no mercy.
June 5, 1998
Air Jordan 13 “Bred”
37 Points, 5 Rebounds, 3 Assists
Already down 0-1 to the Utah Jazz in the series, you know Michael Jordan had to come out big in Game 2. He did just that, recording 37 points while playing 40 minutes and ultimately tying the series at one a piece.
December 27, 1997
Air Jordan 13 White/True Red-Black
47 Points, 4 Rebounds, 3 Steals, 2 Assists
How do you get to 47 points? Well, Michael Jordan does it without attempting a 3-pointer. In addition, Jordan grabbed 4 boards, had 3 steals, and secured a victory over the visiting Atlanta Hawks.
April 29, 1998
Air Jordan 13 “Bred”
38 Points, 4 Rebounds 73% Shooting
To complete a sweep of the New Jersey Nets, Jordan had a career night. Not only did MJ drop 38 points, he shot 73% from the field to help the Bulls advance out of the first round of the Playoffs.
April 5, 1998
Air Jordan 13 White/Black-True Red-Pearl Grey
40 Points, 4 Rebounds, 3 Assists, 3 Steals
Remember when the Houston Rockets had their own “Big 3” in the form of Hakeem, Sir Charles, and Clyde the Glide? Well Jordan made the trio very unhappy while dropping 40 points when they only dropped 46 collectively. Oh yeah, MJ also got the win.
January 13, 1998
Air Jordan 13 White/True Red-Black
40 Points, 16-18 FT
Michael Jordan never seemed to have a problem getting to 40+ points without hitting a trey. Also, MJ was battling the flu, so should we call these kicks the Air Jordan 13 “Flu Game”? Nah.
