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The Jordan Brand Continues to grow
Michael Jordan (pictured), no longer plays competitive basketball.
His annual earnings are greater than any other sports figure apart from Tiger Woods – who in spite of all his difficulties, still continues to be the highest paid athlete.
At Jordan’s peak during his playing career, he was making US$50 million off the court through sponsorships. He also banked US$63 million in combined salary during his last two years with the Chicago Bulls.
The Jordan Brand’s market share of the U.S. basketball shoe market is 71% according to SportsOneSource.
