Cooper Flagg jersey sold for a record million dollars
There is no getting around the fact that Cooper Flagg has one great rookie season with Dallas Mavericks. Although he is missed All-Star weekend with a foot injuryFlagg demonstrated all-star caliber.
He is currently averaging 20.4 points and 6.5 rebounds per game.
on monday, his star power was obvious when his debut jersey sold for $1 million at Sotheby’s, according to ESPN’s Dan Hejduki. It was the shirt he wore in the first half of the first game.
“The $1 million result for Cooper Flagg’s debut jersey is a powerful testament to the importance collectors place on true ‘first moments’ in sports,” said Bram Wachter, head of modern collectibles at Sotheby’s. “This jersey represents the very beginning of a special career, one that carries enormous expectations and excitement.”
In November 2023, Victor Wembanyama held the previous record when the jersey he wore in the second half of his debut sold for $762,000.
On October 22, Flagg made his Mavericks debut against the San Antonio Spurs. He ended up with a double-double of 10 points and 10 rebounds, even though the Mavericks lost 125-92.
In the process, Flagg became the youngest player in franchise history to make his debut at age 18.
Sotheby’s will host an NBA rookie auction from March 17-23. It will feature the debut jerseys of Kon Knuepel, Dylan Harper, Derrick Quinn and VJ Edgecombe.
Right now, Flagg guides all beginners in points per game. He is also second in total points with 999. He is also second in rebounds with 321 and third in assists with 302.
2026-02-19 15:48:00
