There’s no denying that even in death, Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant still has a lot of power in the market. This can be seen in how much his final warm-up jacket, the same one he wore against the Utah Jazz in his last NBA game ever, sold for at an auction.
Bryant’s storied NBA career came to a remarkable conclusion on April 13, 2016, as he delivered a vintage performance in his final game with the Lakers. Playing against the Jazz, the 37-year-old shooting guard scored 60 points, leading his team to a 101-96 victory.
In a fitting farewell, Bryant took a career-high 50 shots, outscoring the entire Jazz team in the fourth quarter by himself (23-21). His ability to take over the game, even in his twilight years, captivated the sold-out Staples Center crowd, who showered him with chants and standing ovations throughout the night.
Despite a challenging season that saw the All-Star struggle with injuries and poor shooting, he refused to shy away from the spotlight. Instead, he embraced the farewell tour, acknowledging the significance of the moment and soaking in the emotions of his final NBA game.
As the final buzzer sounded, the five-time champion gathered his family on the court, posing for pictures and reflecting on a career that had been defined by an unparalleled competitive spirit and a relentless pursuit of excellence. His iconic performance on that night cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players to ever grace the basketball court.
Los Angeles Lakers Icon Kobe Bryant’s Last Warm-Up Jacket Sells for $336,600 at Auction
Just recently, Bryant’s old warm-up jacket from that legendary game was put up for bidding by SCP Auctions. In a post by the auction company’s official account on X, the final price reached $336,600.
The warm up jacket that Kobe Bryant wore in his final game, when he scored 60, sold at @SCPAuctions tonight for $336,000. pic.twitter.com/eSeY4Niw8K
— cllct (@cllctMedia) August 4, 2024
Along with the warm-up jacket, Bryant’s iconic locker room at the Staples Center also sold for an astonishing price of $2.88 million. The locker, rescued from the arena’s renovations, was originally sold for $280,000 in 2022 before skyrocketing in value.
The sale of both the jacket and locker reflected the profound impact Bryant had on basketball and his legions of fans. These auctions serve as a testament to the ongoing reverence for the Black Mamba’s unparalleled career and cultural influence.
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