Summer Slam Collectibles Aug'26
Lot 178:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! This lot features a trio of autographed mini-basketballs from prominent basketball legends, with each piece individually certified by James Spence Authentication (JSA).
The first item is an orange Sport Design No. 1.5 mini-basketball signed in black marker by Hall of Fame UCLA Coach John Wooden. The lower half of the ball features the signature John Wooden above the inscription UCLA. The upper half features a personal inscription reading For – Craig. This item is authenticated by JSA with certification number CF97785, which corresponds to the matching tamper-evident sticker on the reverse and the JSA certification card.
The second item is an orange mini-basketball featuring a small red basketball graphic printed on the reverse above the inflation valve. It is signed Bob Pettit in black marker across the center. This item is authenticated by JSA with certification number CF97783, including the matching sticker on the reverse and the JSA certification card.
The third item is an orange mini-basketball signed in silver paint pen by Hall of Famer Rick Barry. The upper half is inscribed CRAIG HAPPY Hooping! and the lower half is signed Rick Barry. This item is authenticated by JSA with certification number CF97784, accompanied by the matching sticker on the reverse and the JSA certification card.
Condition report:
All three mini-basketballs are in good vintage condition. The signatures and inscriptions remain bold, clear, and highly legible with no signs of fading. The balls exhibit minor, expected loss of inflation pressure, which is typical for vintage display balls of this type, with the Bob Pettit ball showing the most notable deflation. The synthetic surfaces show minor handling wear but are free of significant scuffs, tears, or staining.
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