Kobe Bryant's Rookie Jersey Fetches Record $7 Million at Sotheby's Auction
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Kobe Bryant's jersey from his 1996-97 rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers, worn during his pre-season and regular-season debuts, was sold for $7 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York. This sale marks the highest amount ever paid for a Bryant collectible and underscores the lasting impact of his career.
Key Points
Kobe Bryant's debut jersey was sold for $7 million at Sotheby’s in New York.
The jersey was worn during Bryant's pre-season and regular-season debuts in 1996.
This sale set a new record for Bryant memorabilia, exceeding the previous record of $5.85 million.
The jersey is the fourth-most expensive game-worn sports jersey ever sold.
Kobe Bryant passed away in January 2020 in a helicopter crash.
