Kobe Bryant’s First NBA Finals Ball at Auction, Expected to Exceed $300K
A significant piece of basketball history is now available for auction. The game ball used by Kobe Bryant during the 2000 NBA Finals is expected to attract high bids. This iconic item was utilized in Game 6 of the series between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Indiana Pacers. The Lakers won the game 116-111, clinching their first NBA championship since 1988.
Kobe Bryant’s First NBA Finals Ball at Auction
The auction is part of Sotheby’s “Winter Sports Classic,” which is showcasing sports memorabilia valued at $30 million. This event is taking place at The Breuer Building in New York. The game ball, which has immense significance in NBA history, could fetch between $300,000 and $500,000.
Highlights of the Auction
- Auction Event: Sotheby’s “Winter Sports Classic”
- Location: The Breuer Building, New York
- Bidding Start Date: November 25
- Bidding End Date: December 11
- Estimated Value of Kobe’s Ball: $300,000 to $500,000
This piece of memorabilia is part of a larger collection, which includes a full set of championship rings from the Chicago Bulls and Kevin Durant’s jersey from his Golden State Warriors debut on October 25, 2016. Additionally, items related to baseball, such as Shohei Ohtani’s uniform from the Dodgers’ “Jackie Robinson Day” in 2024, are also featured in the auction.
Brahm Wachter, Sotheby’s Head of Modern Collectibles, remarked on the exhibition, stating, “It’s an unprecedented moment for collectors and fans alike to experience the artistry, history, and emotional power of sport under one roof.” This auction presents a unique opportunity for sports enthusiasts to own a piece of captivating history.
