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THE FIRST KOBE BRYANT SPORTS ILLUSTRATED COVER — TWO LAKERS LEGENDS, ONE HISTORIC MOMENT.
The April 27, 1998 issue of Sports Illustrated features Kobe Bryant alongside Magic Johnson in one of basketball\'s most memorable early Kobe covers. The headline, \"Does Kobe Have the Magic?\" perfectly captures the transition between two generations of Los Angeles Lakers greatness.
Published when Kobe was just 19 years old, this original magazine is professionally graded CGC 8.5 with WHITE Pages. A remarkable early-career Kobe collectible with lasting historical significance and exceptional display appeal.
WHY BUY THIS COPY?
Kobe Bryant\'s FIRST Sports Illustrated cover, as confirmed on the CGC label.
Two basketball legends: Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson together.
CGC 8.5 with WHITE Pages — impressive preservation for a 28-year-old publication.
Original 1998 subscription edition, professionally graded and encapsulated.
Beautiful Lakers imagery and an iconic headline make this an exceptional display piece.
An important addition to any Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, or Lakers memorabilia collection.
ITEM SPECIFICS
Date: April 27, 1998
Volume: 88
Issue: 17
Cover Subjects: Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson
Cover Headline: Does Kobe Have the Magic?
Team: Los Angeles Lakers
Sport: NBA Basketball
CGC Grade: 8.5 Very Fine+
Page Quality: WHITE
Certification Number: 4304702007
Edition: Subscription Edition
Cover Identification: First Kobe Bryant Sports Illustrated Cover
Year: 1998
Country: United States
Language: English
Original Publication: Yes
Professionally Encapsulated: Yes
Subscription Mailing Label: Present on original cover
Actual Item Photographed: Yes
Returns: No
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