As the countdown to February 23, 2024, approaches, sports enthusiasts and collectors are eagerly eyeing the closing of an extraordinary auction featuring memorabilia from legendary athletes. This event, hosted by Gotta Have Rock and Roll, promises a treasure trove of rare items that capture iconic moments in sports history.
Highlighting Iconic Sports Memorabilia
Gotta Have Rock and Roll, renowned for its expertise in music, sports, and pop culture memorabilia, is showcasing its Sports Legends auction, which concludes on February 23, 2024, at 11:45 PM EST. This auction is a unique opportunity to acquire items associated with some of the greatest athletes across various sports disciplines.
Among the standout pieces are two footballs from Super Bowl XLIX, thrown by Tom Brady to tie and surpass Joe Montana’s record for the most career Super Bowl touchdown passes. These historic passes, caught by Rob Gronkowski and Danny Amendola, were pivotal in the New England Patriots’ thrilling 28-24 victory.
Basketball fans will be thrilled by the inclusion of game-worn and signed shoes from Michael Jordan, worn during his 53-point game against the Detroit Pistons on March 7, 1996. This season was monumental for the Chicago Bulls, culminating in a record-breaking 72 regular-season wins and a championship title.
Exclusive Collections from NBA Legends
The auction also features collections from former NBA stars Jason Terry and John Salley, adding authenticity and allure to the event. Terry’s collection boasts a game-used and signed jersey by Luka Doncic, alongside a jersey worn by Kevin Durant, signed by Durant and his Golden State Warriors teammates, including Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green.
Salley’s collection is equally impressive, featuring game-used and signed shoes by Shaquille O’Neal from the 2000 NBA Finals, a jersey worn by Scottie Pippen during the 1995-1996 season, and a hard hat signed by Kobe Bryant and other LA Lakers players from their 2000 championship parade.
Authenticity and Bidding Excitement
Gotta Have Rock and Roll ensures the authenticity of its items through partnerships with reputable firms like RGU for photo-matching, JSA and PSA/DNA for signature verification, and MEARS for grading game-used jerseys. This meticulous authentication process guarantees the integrity of each piece.
The auction employs an extended bidding system, which heightens the excitement as the closing time nears. A 15-minute timer resets with each new bid, creating a dynamic and strategic bidding environment that can lead to thrilling last-minute bidding wars.
Looking Ahead
This Sports Legends auction marks the first major event of 2024 for Gotta Have Rock and Roll, with a music memorabilia auction slated for late March. The auction house is building on a successful 2023, highlighted by record-breaking sales of Beatles and Elvis memorabilia and significant contributions to Sotheby’s rock and roll auction, including the sale of Eddie Van Halen’s iconic guitar for $3.9 million.
Dylan Kosinski, president of Gotta Have Rock and Roll, emphasizes the significance of this auction: “Our Sports Legends auction, featuring items from athletes considered the GOATs of their sports, is closing soon, and it’s shaping up to be an active last few days of bidding. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of sports history and relive once-in-a-lifetime memories of triumph and greatness.”
For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Vicente Leon at vicente@gottahaverockandroll.com.
