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1995-96 Kevin Garnett Game Worn & Signed Minnesota Timberwolves Rookie Uniform - Photo Matched to 3/23 vs. Rockets!...
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The Big Ticket becomes the youngest NBA player ever!
1995-96 Kevin Garnett Game Worn & Signed Minnesota Timberwolves
Rookie Uniform - Photo Matched to 3/23 vs. Rockets! As a
nineteen-year-old rookie out of Farragut Academy, the 6-11 power
forward averaged 10.4 points per game and was named to the NBA
All-Rookie Second Team. On offer here is KG's complete gamer from
his inaugural NBA campaign.Road blue micro-mesh jersey displays "Wolves 21" across the chest and "Garnett 21" on the verso, all sewn-on in green/ white tackle twill, with blue/white/green stretchy trim around the collar and arm openings. The tail houses two Champion manufacturing/exclusivity tags, denoting extra length ("+3") and size ("48"), with "Set 3" in vintage black marker. Meanwhile, the back numerals are signed and inscribed in fine silver sharpie "Kevin Garnett" and "Game Used."
Matching trunks feature blue/white/green elasticized waist trim with team logo patches on the legs. The inner waistband houses two Champion manufacturing/exclusivity tags for rise ("+2")/inseam ("+3") and size ("42"), with "21" and "Set 3" applied in vintage black marker.
The jersey has been photo matched to March 23, 1996 game between the Wolves and the Houston Rockets when Garnett totaled twelve points, three assists, three steals, two rebounds, and two blocks. The uniform exhibits evidence of game wear with some fraying to the identifiers. The only photo matched rookie gamer to hit the auction block from this Hall of Fame legend. Team letters are included for each half of the ensemble.
Letter of provenance from Minnesota Timberwolves equipment manager Clayton Wilson (jersey). Letter of provenance from Minnesota Timberwolves equipment manager Clayton Wilson (trunks). Certificate of authenticity from Steiner Sports (autograph). LOA from Resolution Photomatching. Full LOA from PSA/DNA. Full LOA from Beckett Authentication Services.
Auction Info
2024 August 23 - 25 Summer Platinum Night Sports Auction #50072 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
August, 2024
23rd-25th
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