Kobe Bryant’s Staples Center Locker Up for Auction at Sotheby’s for Up to $1.5 Million

Kobe Bryant fans and sports collectors are buzzing with excitement as they have the opportunity to bid on a piece of NBA history –– the basketball legend’s Staples Center locker. Sotheby’s, the renowned auction house, has put the locker up for sale, with expectations that it could fetch up to $1.5 million.

Described as an “intimate” and “museum-quality artifact” from Bryant’s career, the locker holds sentimental value for fans who idolized the late Los Angeles Lakers star. The locker, part of Sotheby’s Altitude Capsule Collection, was salvaged during the 2018 renovation of Staples Center and has since been in the possession of a private collector who is now offering it for auction.

According to Brahm Wachter, Sotheby’s head of Modern Collectibles, Bryant’s locker is more than just a piece of memorabilia – it is a sacred relic that witnessed the highs and lows of the basketball icon’s storied career. The locker served as Bryant’s sanctuary, a place where he found solace amidst triumphs and challenges.

In addition to Bryant’s locker, Sotheby’s sports-themed capsule includes items worn by other basketball legends such as Michael Jordan, Reggie Jackson, Jayson Tatum, and Stephen Curry. Fans eager to catch a glimpse of Bryant’s locker can do so at Sotheby’s New York location from July 26 to July 30, before the bidding closes on August 2.

For Kobe Bryant enthusiasts and sports collectors, this auction presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of history that symbolizes the legacy of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.