November 22nd 2023.
Victor Wembanyama's game-worn jersey from his NBA debut was put up for auction by Sotheby's, with an estimated value of $80,000 to $120,000. However, the final bid proved to be much higher than anticipated. On November 21, 2023, the jersey fetched a staggering $762,000, setting a record for the highest-selling game-worn jersey by a rookie.
The auction house had listed the jersey on its website, along with a description of the piece of memorabilia. It was worn on October 25, 2023, when the San Antonio Spurs took on the Dallas Mavericks. Wembanyama recorded 15 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 block during that game, which the Spurs lost 126-119.
According to ESPN, the auction saw a high level of participation from across the globe, with 176 people bidding from 14 countries. The rookie debut jersey lot generated 62 bids in particular. The No. 2 overall pick Scoot Henderson's debut jersey was sold for $19,050, while Brandon Miller's, the No. 3 pick, fetched $27,940.
A month earlier, Zion Williamson’s debut jersey from the New Orleans Pelicans was sold for $80,040. This just goes to show how much Victor Wembanyama's jersey was worth. It's an amazing feat, and a testament to the rookie's talent and potential.
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