2003-04 Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers Game-Used Sunday Alternate Jersey

Kobe Bryant’s Iconic Game-Worn Jersey: A Tribute to Greatness

A Legendary Career

Kobe Bryant’s illustrious career in the NBA is a testament to his unparalleled talent and relentless dedication. With five NBA championships, two Finals MVP awards, and a regular season MVP, Bryant’s achievements are etched in the annals of basketball history. His remarkable journey is further highlighted by his 11-time selection to the All-NBA First Team, a feat that underscores his dominance on the court.

The Jersey: A Symbol of Excellence

This extraordinary jersey, worn by Kobe Bryant during the 2003-04 NBA season, is a piece of basketball memorabilia that captures the essence of his greatness. The front left tail features the “Nike” manufacturer’s tag with size “52” and a flag tag indicating “LENGTH +4”. The left inseam bears two tags, one denoting the year “2003-04” and another specifying “100% POLYESTER” with wash instructions. The official “NBA” logo, embroidered in red, white, and blue, adorns the left chest, while “LAKERS” is emblazoned across the front. The player number “8” appears both below and on the back, crafted in purple tackle twill with a gold outline. Across the back, “BRYANT” is displayed in purple on gold tackle twill.

A Piece of Basketball History

• Game-Worn Authenticity: The jersey is properly tagged, presented to us as game-used, and in our opinion shows appropriate use.
• Family-Owned Collection: This lot is part of a family-owned collection of some of the best Kobe Bryant memorabilia ever publicly auctioned.
• Hobby Fresh: Every item in this collection is hobby fresh, adding to its allure and value.

The timing of this auction is impeccable, coinciding with the basketball world’s celebration of Bryant’s final farewell season in the NBA. As one of the league’s greatest players, Bryant’s legacy is defined by his killer instinct, reminiscent of Michael Jordan. His record for the most consecutive All-Star Game appearances with 18, and his 15 All-NBA Team selections, further cement his status as a basketball icon.

A Legacy of Excellence

Bryant’s impact on the game extends beyond his scoring prowess. As a two-time scoring champion, he is the Los Angeles Lakers’ all-time leading scorer and ranks third on both the league’s all-time regular season and postseason scoring lists. His defensive tenacity earned him nine NBA All-Defensive First Team selections, showcasing his commitment to excellence on both ends of the floor.

Grey Flannel Auctions is honored to offer this remarkable piece of sports memorabilia to our bidders. As Kobe Bryant is poised to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, this jersey represents not just a piece of fabric, but a fragment of basketball history. For those looking to sell sports memorabilia, or appraise game-worn items, Grey Flannel Auctions remains a trusted partner in preserving and celebrating the legacy of sports legends.

* This text was generated from the original auction listing.