In line with his trendsetting ways, LaMelo Ball will auction off the pair of autographed shoes worn during his historic triple-double in his rookie season. The auction will be tied to his recent nonfungible token (NFT) release, specifically the Gold Sun No. 1, Ball’s most valuable and first NFT. The auction will take place at lameloball.io.
Gold Sun is tied to the Rookie of the Year award. If the NBA announces that Ball has won Rookie of the Year, the NFT will evolve.
Purchasing the Gold Sun comes with a 50% chance at autographed memorabilia, participation in his endorsement deals, potential to win NBA game tickets, Ball’s official merch and other opportunities. There are 500 Gold Suns, numbered in order.
Gold Sun No. 1 will be auctioned off beginning Thursday at 7 p.m. PST. Along with the autographed shoes from the triple-double, the auction winner will receive a signed jersey, signed collectible card and all other Gold Sun benefits.
To date, Ball has issued the third highest-selling NFT ever by an athlete. This week, Ball outsold Floyd Mayweather, Damian Lillard and the entirety of the MLB.
