"To have this jersey from that iconic moment is not only really special, but it has also served as this point of inspiration all over the world of Kobe in this jersey.” -Brahm Wachter, Sotheby’s head of streetwear and modern collectibles, in a statement to CNBC

News

 “It’s a controversial thing, right? But a lot of this stuff will get destroyed or thrown away, and we’re able to learn from it.” True crime hobbyist Taylor James talking about collecting Jeffrey Dahmer memorabilia to "Daily Hive" in February 2022

“we are proud to announce the launch of Department X – Sneakers, Streetwear & Collectibles... I am excited for new and existing clients of Christie’s to embark on this journey with us.” -Caitlin Donovan, Christie’s Head of Handbags, Streetwear, and Sneakers

It represents the subject of ESPN's "The Last Dance" documentary.

"Bobby Bonilla Was More Than The Patron Saint Of Bad Contracts" - Neil Paine, FiveThirtyEight

Art & Design

Ernie Barnes’ iconic painting “The Sugar Shack” has been featured on Marvin Gaye’s I Want You album and the sitcom Good Times. (There’s also a mock version of it featured on the cover of hip hop duo Camp-Lo’s debut album Uptown Saturday Night.) Now, the painting has been sold for $15.3 million, and it sits […]

Sports

The huge sale, specifically of a game-worn University of North Carolina MJ jersey, was arranged by Heritage Auctions; head inside for more details.