Circa 1959 Jim Krebs Minneapolis Lakers Game-Used Road Shorts & Circa 1958 Jim Krebs Minneapolis Lakers Worn Home Fleece Warm-Up Pants

Vern Mikkelsen’s Iconic Shorts and Warm-Up Pants: A Piece of Basketball History

Introduction to a Legendary Collection

From the personal collection of the Minneapolis Lakers’ great and Hall of Famer Vern Mikkelsen, these remarkable shorts and warm-up pants are not just garments; they are a testament to a storied career in basketball. Presented to us as game-used, these items are a rare opportunity for collectors to own a piece of basketball history.

Details of the Road Shorts

The road shorts, directly from Vern Mikkelsen, feature the “Wilson” manufacturer’s tag inside the front waistband, accompanied by an attached flag tag reading “38 +1″ #32”. The inner lining of the zipper, once torn, has been expertly repaired by the team with tape, adding to its authenticity and charm. The player number “32” is prominently displayed on the lower right leg in white tackle twill, a signature of Mikkelsen’s time on the court.

• Manufacturer: Wilson
• Size: 38 +1
• Player Number: 32
• Condition: Excellent use, with team repairs

The shorts are properly tagged, presented to us as game-used, and in our opinion, show excellent use. Other than the mentioned repairs, there appear to be no further alterations of any kind.

Features of the Home Fleece Warm-Up Pants

Inside the rear waistband of the home fleece warm-up pants is the “Lowe & Campbell” tag, with an attached flag tag reading “32-38×1-1/4×4”. The player number “32” is embroidered in blue tackle twill on the outer left thigh, marking these pants as a unique piece of Mikkelsen’s legacy. These pants are tagged properly, presented to us as worn, and in our opinion, show wear.

A Collection of Historical Significance

This lot is part of the personal collection of Vern Mikkelsen, a cornerstone of the Minneapolis Lakers and a celebrated Hall of Famer. The collection will be featured in our Seventh Annual Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Auction this September, showcasing the highlights of Mikkelsen’s illustrious career. Previews of these and many other great pieces of basketball history can be seen in the back pages of our current May 30th catalog.

For those interested in expanding their basketball memorabilia collections, this is an unparalleled opportunity. The collection is accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity (LOA) from Vern Mikkelsen himself, ensuring its provenance and value.

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