Kobe Bryant‘s 2000 NBA Finals game ball is up for auction, and it reportedly comes with a hefty six-figure price tag, one beyond most people’s means. An integral part of basketball history, the iconic basketball is featured in Sotheby’s “Winter Sports Classic” auction, which includes $30 million worth of sports memorabilia. The auction is generating significant buzz online, with hardcore fans closely following the bidding process. After all, each item carries unforgettable memories and immeasurable significance.
Kobe Bryant’s NBA Finals ball listed in auction
Kobe Bryant’s 2000 NBA Finals game ball is up for grabs. According to reports, the ball is expected to fetch a pretty penny – between $300,000 and $500,000. The ball carries history, considering it was used in Game 6 of the Lakers’ 116-111 win over the Indiana Pacers. A pivotal asset of NBA history, the ball marks the team’s first championship since 1988. It also signifies the beginning of the legendary Kobe-Shaq era. The ball carries signatures of 12 Lakers players, including Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal, and comes with authentication letters.
Alongside Kobe Bryant’s 2000 NBA Finals game ball, the auction boasts several impressive sports memorabilia items. Shohei Ohtani’s used threads from the Dodgers’ 2024 “Jackie Robinson Day” game are among the other highlights of the standout auction. Bidders will also be competing for a full set of the Chicago Bulls’ championship rings. Moreover, Kevin Durant’s game-worn Golden State Warriors debut jersey from October 25, 2016, is also up for auction.
Sharing his thoughts on the impressive auction lineup, Sotheby’s Head of Modern Collectibles, Brahm Wachter, said, “The exhibition captures the evolution of greatness across generations.” He added, “It’s an unprecedented moment for collectors and fans alike to experience the artistry, history, and emotional power of sport under one roof.”
The bidding process commenced on November 25 and will conclude on December 11. Collectors and enthusiasts are eagerly waiting to see who’ll take home the iconic piece of basketball history.
Originally reported by Sibanee Gogoi for Mandatory.
