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Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by teen in thrift store bin fetches over $89,000 at auction
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by The Associated Press , KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Described on Sotheby’s website as an “extraordinary piece of memorabilia," the short-sleeved yellow warmup jacket was worn by Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals, in which the Los Angeles Lakers beat the New York Knicks.
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The surprising discovery of a Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket in a thrift store bin and its subsequent sale for over $89,000 at auction puts a spotlight on the hidden gems that can be found in local thrift stores. For West Lake Hills residents, this story hits close to home, as the city's own thrift stores and charity shops may hold similar treasures waiting to be uncovered. The sale of the jacket also underscores the economic potential of the resale industry in the area, with many local businesses relying on the discovery and sale of unique items to drive revenue. As the city continues to grow and develop, the story of the Wilt Chamberlain jacket serves as a reminder to residents to keep an eye out for rare and valuable items in their own community, and to support local businesses that help to uncover and preserve these pieces of history.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Described on Sotheby’s website as an “extraordinary piece of memorabilia," the short-sleeved yellow warmup jacket was worn by Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals, in which the Los Angeles Lakers beat the New York Knicks.
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