Sports Illustrated Presents Special Commemorative Issue: Crowning Glory Chicago Bulls 1997-98 NBA Champions

This is a physical copy of a Sports Illustrated special commemorative magazine issue published in June 1998 to celebrate the Chicago Bulls' victory in the 1997-98 NBA Championships. The cover features a high-action central photograph of Michael Jordan in his red Bulls jersey going up for a layup against the Utah Jazz. The magazine is constructed with a glossy paper cover and staple-bound spine. The color palette is dominated by Chicago Bulls red, black, and white, framed by a thick gold-tone metallic border characteristic of special championship editions. Notable text includes the iconic 'Sports Illustrated' masthead, the headline 'CROWNING GLORY' in stylized gold lettering, and the identification of the Bulls as the '1997-98 NBA Champions.' A ghosted graphic of the Bulls logo appears in the background. Condition-wise, the magazine shows visible wear including spine stress lines, minor creasing along the left edge, and light surface scuffing common for high-gloss print media of this age. A barcode is printed in the lower-left corner with a $4.95 cover price and a display date through September 21, 1998. This item is a key piece of sports memorabilia representing the final championship of the 'Last Dance' era of the Bulls dynasty.