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TRIPLE CROWN SPORTSCARDS is offering a 1988-89 Detroit Pistons Autographed Basketball on era-appropriate ball. WORLD CHAMPS!!! The first of back-to-back championships for the "Bad Boys". Between the joy of Magic and the majesty of Michael, was the dark and frightening rise of the Bad Boys. They threw hip checks like the Red Wings and were as mean as any boxer in the Kronk Gym. Outside the state of Michigan, you wanted these guys in handcuffs. Never has an NBA team been so easy to detest, what with Rick Mahorn throwing forearms, Dennis Rodman elbows and Bill Laimbeer fits. Worst thing about them? They were a great basketball team. For all their roughhousing, the Pistons could light up the scoreboard with anyone -- Isiah Thomas flashing that sneaky grin as he beat you off the dribble, Joe Dumars locking up opponents and knocking down threes, Vinnie (Microwave) Johnson throwing in jumpers from everywhere. Fact is, the Pistons helped end two dynasties (Magic Johnson's Lakers and Larry Bird's Celtics) and delayed the start of a third (Michael Jordan's Bulls). They were bullies in basketball togs, but they could play. This ball is signed by Hall of Famers Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars , Dennis "Worm" Rodman (rare Worm inscription) is very faint, as well as Bill Laimbeer, Rick Mahorn, Mark Aguirre, John Salley, John Long and Vinnie Johnson. This ball is certified authentic by James Spence of JSA. SHIPPING See Shipping/Payments tab above for shipping charges. It will be shipped Registered/insured, and must be signed for by the buyer. A courtesy email will be sent when shipment is made. In person delivery may be possible for a local buyer. PAYMENT PayPal is preferred. See the shipping/payment tab for other payment options. Be sure to add me to your favorites list !