Explore your opportunity to own a piece of basketball history: Sotheby’s is set to auction Kobe Bryant’s MVP-season Los Angeles Lakers jersey, a relic from his iconic 2007-2008 campaign.
This jersey, worn by the five-time NBA champion in over 25 games, holds a special place in sports lore. It famously features in the photograph where Bryant, exuding raw passion, clutches the jersey after a decisive play against the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of the Western Conference first round series.
Described by Sotheby’s as an emblem of Kobe Bryant’s enduring legacy, this jersey has transcended sports to become a cultural icon. It has inspired countless artists and designers worldwide, appearing in murals and artworks that celebrate the late basketball legend’s impact.
Brahm Wachter, Sotheby’s head of streetwear and modern collectibles, emphasized the importance of the jersey, noting Bryant’s remarkable performance during his MVP season, where he scored an impressive 645 points over 8 months.
Anticipated to fetch between $5 million to $7 million at auction, Bryant’s jersey could potentially set a new record for the highest price ever paid for his memorabilia.
The current benchmark is held by Michael Jordan’s 1998 NBA finals jersey, famously known from “The Last Dance,” which sold for $10.1 million at a previous Sotheby’s auction in 2022.
The auction lot will include not just the jersey itself but also a curated collection of photographs, artwork, books, and more that give a summary of Bryant’s storied career.
Bidding for this iconic piece will commence from February 2-9, with the jersey on public display at Sotheby’s New York during the first week of February, offering fans and collectors alike a chance to witness this legendary artifact up close.