The Oklahoma City Thunder's championship Game 7 ball up for grabs in auction with a whopping price tag
The Oklahoma City Thunder's championship Game 7 ball up for grabs in auction with a whopping price tag (Image Source: Getty Images)
Game
7 was a very important moment for the Oklahoma City Thunder. They won by 103-91 against the Indiana Pacers. After a neck-to-neck fight, the series left the fans extremely nervous.
However, it was more than a win; it made history.
It brought the trophy home. The team and its supporters had been waiting for a really long time for this moment. This last game was the first Game 7 Finals in the league since 2016. Hence, it increased the sporting artifacts' historical value. Speaking of which, the basketball from Game 7 will now head to auction and possibly bring $50,000.
NBA
fans have a chance to own a piece of history made by the
Oklahoma City
Thunder
Hardcore Basketball fans will now have the opportunity to own a piece of history, thanks to the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 7.
The epic game resulted in the franchise winning its first NBA title. The final was exciting as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers.
It eventually ended with wild scenes on and off the court. The players ran a two-mile victory lap and then sprayed each other with champagne in the locker room. Additionally, star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made sure that anybody who showed up at Tuesday's parade had an opportunity to touch the Larry O'Brien trophy.
Meanwhile, the court-used basketball from June 22, Sunday's thrilling 2025 NBA Finals game is up for auction now. The auction is being conducted by Sotheby's in New York. As per TMZ, bidding opens on June 26 and wraps up on July 2. The ball is expected to draw significant interest from sports fans and collectors. Given its significance and rarity, it's supposed to go for around $50,000.
According to the same source, a representative of Sotheby's addressed the eager Oklahoma City collectors and said:
'It's a rare chance to own a piece of basketball history and we expect strong interest from collectors and fans alike – especially from Oklahoma City.'
For the fans and the collectors, the ball is a lot more than just a piece of the game. It signifies victory and an exciting end to a series that had baseball fans on the edge of their seats. However, whether it ends up in a museum or a private vault, this Game 7 ball will forever be famous for making history.
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