Items from the collection of former coach Red Holzman have a new home in the collection of the world’s most famous New York Knicks fan. Two-time Academy Award winner, director, producer, writer and actor Spike Lee enhanced his collection by purchasing 13 of the 35 items consigned by Holzman’s family in the SCP Auctions Summer sale. Among the prized catches by … [Read more...] about Spike Lee Bought Over 1/3 of Red Holzman Collection Items
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Done! 1969 IHOP Visit Turned Into Two Decade Quest for Champion Knicks Signatures on IHOP Placemat
When Rick Wrabel was 12 years old and living in Norwalk, CT nearly 50 years ago, he and his parents had lunch at a local International House of Pancakes (yes, long before it simply became IHOP). The restaurant’s paper placemats had pictures of the 1969-70 New York Knicks. Little did he know at the time that the free souvenir would see the world and take him on a … [Read more...] about Done! 1969 IHOP Visit Turned Into Two Decade Quest for Champion Knicks Signatures on IHOP Placemat
Photo of the Day: Young Phil Jackson
He didn't appear on a basketball card until several years later when his bushy hair and huge mustache just screamed 1970s but Phil Jackson sported a much different look at a rookie out of North Dakota in 1967. Clean-cut, 60s Phil posed for a publicity photo that had been largely lost to time but one such example is now up for sale. The RMY Auctions Photo of the Day shows … [Read more...] about Photo of the Day: Young Phil Jackson
Double Take: Infamous Menendez Brothers and the 1990-91 Hoops Mark Jackson
It might be one of the most inadvertent — and infamous — backgrounds in sports card history. Two men who resemble convicted murderers Erik and Lyle Menendez appear in the background of a 1990-91 Hoops basketball card depicting the Knicks’ Mark Jackson. It's a recent discovery, oddly unknown despite the product's 28-year-old vintage and wide availability. On the … [Read more...] about Double Take: Infamous Menendez Brothers and the 1990-91 Hoops Mark Jackson
Jeremy Lin Rookie Card from National Treasures Sells for $21,580
New York Knicks' sensation Jeremy Lin went one for 11 and committed eight turnovers against the Miami Heat Thursday night. It was not the type of blue chip performance the buyer of a $21,000 rookie card hopes to see, but such is life in the prospecting game. The Panini National Treasures Lin rookie card that had been getting so much attention over the last week sold to that … [Read more...] about Jeremy Lin Rookie Card from National Treasures Sells for $21,580
Part of Chamberlain 100-Point Game Court Will Be Cut Up, Given Away
The basketball court on which Wilt Chamberlain scored his historic 100 points versus the New York Knicks on March 2, 1962 has been acquired by the Philadelphia 76ers and part of it will be cut up and given away to fans at a game on the 50th anniversary of the remarkable feat. The historic court was purchased from Hershey Entertainment and Resorts, who had stored it … [Read more...] about Part of Chamberlain 100-Point Game Court Will Be Cut Up, Given Away
Jersey Worn by Lin in 38-Point Game vs Lakers on Charity Auction Block
The New York Knicks are taking advantage of the publicity surrounding their newly discovered star by trying to raise money for one of the club's charity partners. A jersey worn by Jeremy Lin when he scored a career high 38 points against the L.A. Lakers last Friday is being auctioned off to benefit the Garden of Dreams Foundation. Fans and collectors can now bid for the … [Read more...] about Jersey Worn by Lin in 38-Point Game vs Lakers on Charity Auction Block
Top Ten Most Expensive Knicks Jerseys
OK, so the NBA season is beginning to flutter away with each flap of the lips from owners and players. We already know it won't be a full season even if a settlement is reached today. Fans and collectors may have to be content with remembering games past until sanity returns. We make no guarantees that this is 100% accurate, but here is a list of the top ten vintage … [Read more...] about Top Ten Most Expensive Knicks Jerseys
Amar’e Stoudemire Gets Memorabilia Deal
New York Knicks star Amar'e Stoudemire has signed a game-worn memorabilia and autograph deal with Steiner Sports. The company says it will offer hand-signed jerseys, autographed basketballs and photos, game-used shoes, arm bands, arm sleeves and goggles in its first product line. According to Steiner, "part of the proceeds will benefit the Amar’e Stoudemire Foundation … [Read more...] about Amar’e Stoudemire Gets Memorabilia Deal
Editor’s Blog: News and Notes
SCP Auctions is finalizing its next big catalog sale. Among the items up for bid will be the purchase agreement between the Red Sox and San Diego's Pacific Coast League team that brought Ted Williams to the majors. Boston gave up two players and cash to get Williams' iconic signature on the document in December of 1937. A 1933 Goudey Lajoie, 1951 Bowman Mantle rookie card, … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: News and Notes