[Saba Sports News] According to US media reports, the game ball used by OG Anunoby for his game-winning shot against the Spurs this year will go straight up for auction at Sotheby’s on July 1. Industry insiders conservatively estimate the winning ball could fetch a maximum of $3 million. In Game 4 of the Finals, the Knicks trailed the Spurs by as many as 29 points in the third quarter before staging an epic comeback, setting a new record for the largest deficit overcome in Finals history. With just seconds left in the fourth quarter, the Knicks were still down by one point. Jalen Brunson missed a three-pointer against Victor Wembanyama, and the Spurs’ defense left an opening. Anunoby cut through the defense and sunk a putback game-winner with 1.2 seconds remaining, lifting the Knicks to a narrow 107-106 victory and putting them one win away from the championship. Prior to the game-winning basket, Anunoby also came up with a crucial block on De’Aaron Fox. His elite two-way performance all but sealed the championship narrative for New York. This victory effectively paved the way for the Knicks to claim their first NBA title in 53 years.
The editor believes that there is a wide array of items up for auction, including championship jerseys and various Nets memorabilia. Without a doubt, however, this game-winning ball that symbolizes New York’s revival will be the most sought-after treasure among collectors.