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Laguna Niguel, Calif.  (February 21, 2013) – SCP Auctions is proud to announce the featured collections in their upcoming spring auction ending April 26^th and April 27th  The offering will include prominent items from NBA great John Havlicek and MLB all-stars Steve Garvey, Rollie Fingers and Bret Saberhagen.

“We have had the honor in past auctions to offer many personal collections from some of the greatest players in sports history,” said Dan Imler, Vice President of SCP Auctions, “but never before has there been a single auction that has included more incredible collections with direct player provenance. It is our privilege to honor the legacies of John Havlicek, Rollie Fingers, Steve Garvey, Bret Saberhagen through the presentation of their historic memorabilia items to fans and collectors worldwide.”

Havlicek played 16 seasons with the Boston Celtics, winning eight NBA titles. A 13-time NBA all-star, Havlicek is among the most decorated and admired basketball players in college and NBA history. Havlicek’s collection, arguably one of the most important and comprehensive basketball player collections ever brought to market, includes:

• ·         1963 Boston Celtics World Championship Ring
• ·         Personal “NBA 50 Greatest Players” Autographed Lithograph (Havlicek 1/1)
• ·         Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame Enshrinement Award
• ·         1960s Signed Boston Celtics Home White Fleece Game Worn Warm-Up Jacket
• ·         1966 Signed NBA All-Star Game-Worn Jersey and Shorts
• ·         1962 Ohio State University Worn Letterman Jacket
• ·         June 6, 1976 NBA Finals Game 6 (Championship Clinching) Game Ball
• ·         His 13 NBA All-Star uniforms (1966-78)
• ·         1960 Ohio State NCAA National Championship Watch
• ·         1978 Boston Celtics Retirement Trophy

“I have been so blessed throughout my athletic career to be supported by the most wonderful fans,” said Havlicek.  :In addition to my teammates and coaches, the fans have been a constant source of inspiration and I attribute much of my success in basketball to them.  I am proud to share some of my personal career mementos with fans and collectors and hope they derive much joy from these items. My family and I wish to thank everyone for his or her continued support.”