11/4/1996 Charles Barkley Rockets Vs Jazz Milestone Game-Used Basketball
(Photo-Matched • 4th Player In History with 20k Points, 10k Boards & 3.5k Dimes)
Charles Barkley’s Historic Milestone Basketball
A Legendary Achievement in NBA History
On this remarkable day, Hall of Famer Charles Barkley etched his name into the annals of basketball history by becoming the fourth player to achieve the extraordinary feat of amassing 20,000 points, 10,000 rebounds, and 3,500 assists. This milestone not only underscores Barkley’s prowess on the court but also cements his legacy as one of the game’s all-time greats.
The Iconic Basketball
The basketball in question is an official SPALDING David Stern NBA basketball, a symbol of the league’s rich heritage and tradition. Stamped with “UTAH JAZZ” and marked with six ‘x’s under the NBA logo, this ball is a testament to the game’s authenticity and significance. A piece of trainer’s tape affixed to the ball bears the statistics of this monumental achievement, written in black marker, adding a personal touch to this historic artifact.
Provenance and Authenticity
This basketball was presented to us as game-used and, in our opinion, shows appropriate use. We were informed by our consignor that this ball originated from the Rockets locker room managing attendant, further enhancing its provenance. The ball has been conclusively photo-matched to a game-action image of Barkley adding to his rebound total, a rare and valuable confirmation in the world of vintage NBA basketballs.
- Historical Significance: Represents Charles Barkley’s entry into an elite group of NBA players.
- Authentic Markings: Stamped with “UTAH JAZZ” and marked with six ‘x’s under the NBA logo.
- Provenance: Originated from the Rockets locker room managing attendant.
- Photo-Matched: Accompanied by a letter from Photo-Match.com, confirming the match.
A Rare Opportunity for Collectors
Finding definitive photo-matches of vintage NBA basketballs, especially from a superstar milestone game, is an exceedingly rare occurrence. This basketball, accompanied by a letter from Photo-Match.com, confirming the match, is a unique opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts to own a piece of basketball history. As part of our basketball memorabilia auctions, this item stands out as a testament to Charles Barkley’s legendary career.
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* This text was generated from the original auction listing.