There was some concern over the weekend for hoops legend Bill Russell, who was taken to a Seattle hospital. Several hours later, the 84-year-old used his trademark humor to assure everyone he was fine. Thank you everyone for the kind thoughts, yes I was taken to the hospital last night & as my wife likes to remind me I don’t drink enough. On my way home & as … [Read more...] about 1956 Photo Shows Bill Russell…High Jumper
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Consignment of the Week: 1957 Celtics Championship Ring
The Boston Celtics’ NBA dynasty was just getting started thanks to the arrival of a game-changing player from the University of San Francisco. While Bill Russell’s impact was enormous, the Celts were a team and one of the players who shared that first NBA championship with the future Hall of Fame center was Lou Tsioropolous, a former University of Kentucky standout. … [Read more...] about Consignment of the Week: 1957 Celtics Championship Ring
Jackie Robinson 70th Anniversary Auction to Feature Historic Artifacts
Goldin Auctions says it will offer for auction the widest selection of Robinson-related material ever featured in a single auction during a special event opening next month. The Jackie Robinson 70th Anniversary Auction will run from late March through April 22 - one week after MLB's annual Jackie Robinson Day celebration. In addition to Robinson … [Read more...] about Jackie Robinson 70th Anniversary Auction to Feature Historic Artifacts
Notes: 1960s Chamberlain Uniform Brings $130,054; Premier Bankruptcy
A 1961-62 Wilt Chamberlain game-worn uniform sold for $130,054 in Grey Flannel Auctions’ latest catalog sale, which closed early Thursday morning. The white durene set was dated to the same season in which Chamberlain set the NBA single-game scoring record of 100 points. The company also offered an early 1960s Bill Russell green #6 jersey in the sale. It sold for … [Read more...] about Notes: 1960s Chamberlain Uniform Brings $130,054; Premier Bankruptcy
The Rarest Topps Basketball Set Ever Made
One of the rarest and most expensive basketball sets ever produced has only 22 cards but nearly all of them would be considered all-time greats. Produced a year before Topps returned to official NBA card production with their 1969-70 set, the 1968-69 Topps Test cards are very different than any basketball sets the company ever made. The Topps Test cards are only black and … [Read more...] about The Rarest Topps Basketball Set Ever Made
11 Great Bill Russell Cards
The Boston Celtics teams of the late 1950s and through the 1960s had the passing of Bob Cousy, the hustle of John Havlicek, the clutch shooting of Sam Jones, the accuracy of Bill Sharman, and to complete the championship package the Celtics had Bill Russell at center who rebounded, blocked shots, made passes, scored when needed and won 11 NBA titles. To honor those 11 … [Read more...] about 11 Great Bill Russell Cards
Fall Sun-Times Show Set to Open with 1972 Dolphins Reunion Among Headliners
More than two dozen members of the undefeated 1972 Miami Dolphins will be among the guests when the 47th Chicago Sun-Times Sports Collectibles Show opens Friday in Chicago. Coach Don Shula, Bob Griese, Larry Csonka, Jim Kiick, Nick Buoniconti, Mercury Morris, Paul Warfield and the elusive Jake Scott are among those set to sign at the Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, … [Read more...] about Fall Sun-Times Show Set to Open with 1972 Dolphins Reunion Among Headliners
Panini National Treasures Will Be $400 Per Pack
Panini America has released some preliminary information on its 2009-10 National Treasures Basketball cards. They won't be cheap. Much like the National Treasures football product, the set is built around autographs of players past and present. Six autograph or memorabilia cards will be part of the eight-card packs that will carry a suggested retail price of $400 per … [Read more...] about Panini National Treasures Will Be $400 Per Pack
Upper Deck Launches First College Basketball Card Set
Hot on the heels of Duke’s thrilling 61-59 triumph over Butler in Monday night’s NCAA championship game, Upper Deck has announced the release of its first collegiate-focused sports trading card set: 2010 Greats of the Game Basketball. The set is the company's first under its new deal with Collegiate Licensing Company and features only players in college uniforms. “Our … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Launches First College Basketball Card Set