Michael Jordan’s NBA Retirement Nearly Caused Nike to Shut Down $7.3 Billion Jordan Brand: ‘It’s Been a Good Run’ Mar 26, 2026 @ 8:34pmBasketballNBAChicago BullsPro Football NetworkMichael Jordan retiring in 2003 almost prompted Phil Knight to shut down the Jordan Brand, risking a $7.3 billion empire. Read moreMichael Jordan’s NBA Retirement Nearly Caused Nike to Shut Down $7.3 Billion Jordan Brand: ‘It’s Been a Good Run’