LeBron & Kareem: High-Scoring, High-Flying Items | Pawn Stars
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LeBron James' autographed limited edition shoes are appraised at $350 to $400, but a low offer of $200 is made, leading to a decision not to sell until LeBron wins a championship in Cleveland. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's memorabilia, including his MVP award and championship rings, are showcased for auction with proceeds going to his foundation that supports STEM education for kids.
Insights
- LeBron James' 2004 All-Star Game limited edition shoes, personally owned for 10 years, were appraised at $350 to $400 due to the rarity of his signature, despite an offer of $200 made.
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's memorabilia collection, including his back-to-back championship ring valued at $375,000, MVP trophy at $225,000, and Western Conference All-Star jersey at $100,000 to $125,000, supports his foundation sending kids to STEM camps.
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LeBron James Memorabilia: Rare and Valuable
- The shoes are LeBron James' 2004 All-Star Game limited edition, autographed, and personally owned for 10 years.
- LeBron's first shoe was initially hesitant to bear his name, but Nike signed him for $90 million before his NBA debut.
- The shoes were obtained by tossing them to LeBron at a Cavs game for his autograph.
- An expert appraises the autograph on the shoes at $350 to $400 due to LeBron's signature rarity.
- Despite the expert's valuation, an offer of $200 is made due to LeBron's popularity and the shoe's rarity.
- The shoes are not sold due to the low offer, with the owner planning to wait until LeBron wins a championship in Cleveland.
- A LeBron James high school game-used mouthpiece with unique markings and history is valued at $5,000 by an expert.
- The mouthpiece is authenticated through photo matching and considered a rare and highly collectible item.
- The mouthpiece is not sold at the desired price of $12,000, with a final offer of $4,500 being declined.
- A pair of LeBron 6 Beaverton player exclusives, samples made for Nike employees, is sold for $2,000 due to their unique story and collectibility.
- A collection of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar memorabilia, including his MVP award, goggles, and game-worn jersey, is showcased for potential auction sale.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's Valuable NBA Memorabilia Collection
- The 1987-88 Los Angeles Lakers ring presented to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is a back-to-back ring, marking his final NBA championship win, kept in mint condition and valued at around $375,000.
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's collection includes a game-used Western Conference All-Star jersey, valued at $100,000 to $125,000, and MVP trophy priced at $225,000.
- The goggles worn by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar due to eye injuries are valued between $20,000 to $30,000, with a final selling price negotiated at $25,000, including tickets to a Lakers game.
- Proceeds from the sale of these items go towards Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's foundation, which sends kids to STEM camps to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math.
