This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/6/2015
Worn during Kobe Bryant’s sophomore season, this shirt is a cornerstone representation of the great Kobe Bryant. With one season under his belt, Bryant was only 2 seasons away from winning his first Worlds Championship. The 1997-1998 season saw Bryant play in his second playoff series, and he was elected to his very first all-star game appearance. Greatness was very close by, and Kobe wore this shirt as he welcomed his upcoming legacy.
Issued by Nike, the “NBA Authentics, Nike 46, Length +4, and Lakers logo tags are found on the lower bottom. Shirt compares favorably to Bryant shirts from the era that have entered the market.
Shirt shows moderate game wear. Shirt is accompanied by a signed letter from the Bucks ball boy, which allowed for provenance and MEARS to award this shirt the A10 grade.
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