OG Anunoby’s historic tip-in ball heads to auction: could fetch $3M

OG Anunoby’s game-used tip-in ball from a 2025 playoff run is heading to auction: and experts predict it could fetch up to $3 million.

What happened?

The basketball that OG Anunoby tipped in during Game 4 of the 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinals is now up for sale. The auction house estimates the item could reach $3 million, making it one of the most valuable NBA game-used pieces ever listed. The tip-in came in the final minutes of a tight contest, sealing a crucial win for the New York Knicks.

The ball itself bears Anunoby’s fingerprints and the game’s official markings. It was recovered by a courtside crew member and authenticated by PSA/DNA, the leading sports memorabilia grading service. The auction is scheduled for late August 2026 in New York City.

Why this matters for OG Anunoby

For Anunoby, the moment wasn’t just another playoff highlight: it’s now a piece of NBA history. Tip-in plays are rare in postseason lore, and this one came against a top seed. The $3M estimate reflects both the rarity of the play and the growing market for authenticated NBA memorabilia.

Anunoby has quietly built a reputation as a clutch performer in big games. His defense and timely scoring have made him a fan favorite in New York. This auction could cement his legacy beyond the court: as a collector’s icon.

What comes next?

The auction will run from August 20 to August 27 at Heritage Auctions in Manhattan. Bidders can participate in person or online. If the $3M estimate holds, it would shatter the current record for a Knicks game-used item: previously set by a 1994 Michael Jordan jersey at $2.8M.

Anunoby isn’t commenting publicly on the auction. His focus remains on the 2026-27 season. But the sale adds another layer to his growing off-court presence. Knicks fans and collectors alike will be watching closely.