1998-99 Karl Malone Utah Jazz Game-Used Alternate Jersey
(Equipment Manager LOA)
Karl Malone’s Iconic 1998-99 Utah Jazz Game-Worn Jersey
A Legendary Career
Karl Malone, affectionately known as “The Mailman,” is revered as one of the greatest players to ever grace the basketball court. His illustrious career, spanning over 15 years, is marked by remarkable achievements and accolades. Malone was selected as one of the NBA’s Top 50 Players of all time and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010. Averaging an impressive 25 points per game, he became just the third player in history to surpass the 30,000-point mark in 2000.
The Jersey’s Unique Features
This exceptional piece of basketball memorabilia is a testament to Malone’s enduring legacy. The jersey features the Champion manufacturer’s tag on the front left tail, indicating a size “52” with wash instructions and a flag tag reading “+4 LENGTH.” Adjacent to this is another Champion tag, “Designed & Tailored by Champion Exclusively for the Utah Jazz 1998-99.”
- Team Name: “JAZZ” emblazoned across the front in white on purple on brown tackle twill.
- Player Number: “32” prominently displayed on both the front and back in matching twill.
- Player Name: “MALONE” elegantly stitched across the back in white tackle twill.
- NBA Logo: Embroidered on the left breast, symbolizing the league’s prestige.
Game-Used and Authenticated
This jersey is properly tagged and was presented to us as game-used, showing appropriate wear. It is accompanied by an additional Letter of Authenticity (LOA) from the Jazz Equipment Manager, further enhancing its value and authenticity. Such a piece is not just a garment but a fragment of basketball history, representing Malone’s indelible impact on the game.
Why This Jersey Matters
Owning this jersey is akin to holding a piece of basketball history. It symbolizes not only Malone’s extraordinary career but also the era of basketball he helped define. This jersey is a must-have for any serious collector of sports memorabilia, offering a tangible connection to one of the game’s legends.
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* This text was generated from the original auction listing.