Michael Jordan is one of the greatest basketball players ever to play the sport. Apart from that, he is also the richest athlete in the world. Michael Jordan has a net worth of around $2.2 billion. Yes, you read that right. That astounding figure is why MJ is one of the most famous people on the planet. You will hardly meet anyone who doesn’t know who Michael Jordan is.

MJ is immensely loved and admired by players of most sports simply because of how inspiring he is. Being the richest athlete ever just proves his stature, impact, and influence in the sports world.

Michael Jordan has contracts with many companies, which adds to his earnings. The most notable one is the Air Jordan with Nike, which has become a brand of its own. Many such contracts have allowed Jordan to build a massive fortune.

Michael Jordan and his lavish lifestyle

Michael Jordan likes luxurious items and has a big collection of such things which would blow our minds.

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MJ has spent a lot of money on luxury cars and his massive mansion. Another one of his obsessions is rare and special watches. He has a wide collection of expensive timepieces, one of which is priced at $1.1 million! Yes, you read that right: $1.1 million.

MJ’s most expensive watch is a Ulysse Nardin Royal Blue Tourbillon which consists of 48 white diamonds and 12 blue diamonds. 

Jordan’s collection also boasts of a Urwerk UR-202, which is a $145,000 piece and is stacked out with sapphire crystals. Another watch in the collection is a first edition A. Lange & Sohne Datograph with a platinum band and sapphires worth $90,700.

He also has a big collection of Rolex watches, each one almost as expensive as the other. But his most prized possession of astonishing $1.1 million stands apart.

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Michael Jordan only earned around $90 million in his career as a professional player in the NBA. He is currently the owner of Charlotte Hornets which he bought in 2010. His multiple business ventures and contracts over the years have made him the richest athlete ever.