Larry Bird Rookie Card Sells for $125,200

Larry Bird's 1980 Topps rookie card sold for $125,200 on eBay Wednesday night. The card features Bird and Magic Johnson as rookies.

What happened?

The sale is one of the highest prices ever paid for a basketball card. The card was listed as "Gem Mint 10," the highest grade given by Professional Sports Authenticator.

Why it matters for Larry Bird

This card is a rare find for collectors, especially with its high grade. The same card sold for $96,000 in 2016.

What comes next?

The sale of this card shows the value of rare basketball cards. And the demand for these cards is still high.

The card features not only Larry Bird and Magic Johnson but also Julius Erving. So the value of this card is very high.

The sale took place on eBay, a popular platform for buying and selling rare items. But the buyer and seller remain anonymous.

The price of $125,200 is a significant amount for a basketball card. The card's condition and rarity make it very valuable.

Darren Rovell, an ESPN reporter, noted the high price of the card. He said the sale is one of the highest prices ever paid for a basketball card.

The 1980 Topps card is a rare find for collectors. The card's value will likely continue to increase over time.

The sale of this card is a significant event for basketball fans and collectors. The value of rare basketball cards will continue to be high.