Michael Jordan is of truly rich proportions. According to Forbes, the Chicago Bulls legend’s net worth has increased to $3 billion. He is Nike’s exclusive star with the Air Jordan brand, which brings Jordan hundreds of millions of dollars each year. Therefore, finances are not a problem for this 61-year-old star.
Jordan doesn’t have to force himself to participate in events he doesn’t want to, because money is not an issue for him. A typical example is how Jordan refused an event with a salary of 100 million USD (about 2,453 billion VND) in 2 hours.
Legend Michael Jordan refused an invitation to attend a $100 million event
The story is told by David Falk, Jordan’s representative. Speaking to WFAN, Falk said: “A few years ago, Jordan turned down an invitation to play golf when he went to Asia to play a pre-season match with the Charlotte Hornets. A woman in the Philippines offered me 7 million USD to invite Jordan to attend a 1-day golf tournament, but he refused to object 3 years ago when I received a proposal worth 100 million USD. He was only allowed to use his name and appear. appeared in a launch ceremony that lasted about 2 hours. But Jordan did not accept.”
Jordan is one of the icons of the sports industry, transcending the borders of basketball. He is recognized as one of the most famous and famous anti-greats in history. Jordan is the idol of many young generations around the world. Having Jordan attend this event is a better opportunity to promote the brand.
So many businesses spare no expense to invite the King of Basketball to attend events, but not everyone receives Jordan’s nod. Finances are not a problem for Jordan. According to Front Office Sports statistics, Jordan is paid $256 million from Nike in 2022 alone. Therefore, Jordan has the right to refuse invitations that he does not improvise.
Property of Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan has many businesses, including golf courses, owner of a NASCAR racing team, head of NBA Top Shot and Draft Kings. Jordan also signed huge advertising contracts with Nike, Hayes and Gatorade. According to Forbes statistics, Jordan has a fortune of $3 billion and is the richest sports athlete in the world.