This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/13/2015
A college basketball legend, “Pistol Pete” is still the all-time leading NCAA Division I scorer with 3,667 points scored and an average of 44.2 points per game. He took his incredible talent to the NBA where he was a 5 time All-Star and averaged 24.2 points per game during his career. His numbers could have been greater if not for injuries that forced him to retire prematurely in 1980. One of the youngest players ever inducted into the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame, Maravich was cited by the Hall as "perhaps the greatest creative offensive talent in history". Maravich died suddenly at age 40 during a pick-up game of basketball in 1988. Offered here is a tremendous original 1969 full Sports Illustrated magazine signed on the front cover by Pistol Pete graded MINT 9 by PSA/DNA. Overall in fine condition with wear to the edges and a removed mailing label. Authenticated by PSA/DNA with a full letter of authenticity.