1979 Oct 15 Bill Walton Signed Basketball SI Sports Illustrated Magazine HOF JSA

Offered is an incredible vintage October 15, 1979 Sports Illustrated magazine featuring basketball legend Bill Walton on the iconic “1979 NBA Preview” cover. This highly collectible issue has been personally signed by Bill Walton in a bold blue sharpie pen, creating exceptional eye appeal against the classic cover image.

The autograph has been is authenticated by JSA, and comes with their matching certificate card, giving buyers confidence in the authenticity of this outstanding piece of basketball memorabilia.

The magazine itself is in amazing overall condition for a nearly 50-year-old publication, with excellent presentation and strong display appeal. Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition of this vintage collectible.

Item Features

• Original October 15, 1979 Sports Illustrated

• Cover story: “1979 NBA Preview”

• Hand-signed by NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton

• Signed in a bold blue sharpie pen

• JSA authenticated

• Beautiful vintage basketball display piece

• Excellent addition to any NBA, UCLA Bruins, Portland Trail Blazers, or Hall of Fame memorabilia collection

Why This Piece Is Special

Bill Walton was one of basketball’s most dominant and beloved figures, starring at UCLA, winning an NBA championship with the Portland Trail Blazers, earning NBA MVP honors, and ultimately being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. This 1976 Sports Illustrated captures Walton at the peak of his early basketball career and remains one of the most recognizable magazines featuring the legendary big man.

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