CGC – GRADED 7.5 VERY FINE-

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4564334001

MARCH 1998 – SUBSCRIPTION VARIANT

COVER – KOBE BRYANT – THE SECOND COMING

The Inside Sports March 1998 issue (Vol. 20, No. 3) featuring Kobe Bryant on the cover included a major feature story titled “Kobe Bryant: The Second Coming”, comparing him to Michael Jordan. The magazine also contained articles on Jeff Gordon, the Super Bowl, Allen Iverson, an interview with Billie Jean King, and coverage of the Chicago Bears.

Cover story – “The Second Coming” — highlighting Kobe as the rising NBA star, often compared to MJ. Includes photos of Kobe with Michael Jordan. 

Jeff Gordon – NASCAR coverage spotlighting Gordon’s dominance in racing.

Super Bowl coverage – Analysis and features tied to the NFL’s biggest game of the season.

Allen Iverson – Article on Iverson’s growing impact and style in the NBA.

Billie Jean King interview – A candid conversation with the tennis legend.

Chicago Bears – Team-focused coverage, likely tied to their performance and roster moves.

This was one of Kobe Bryant’s first national magazine covers, making it a collectible piece of sports history.

Cultural snapshot – The issue captured the late 1990s sports landscape — rising NBA stars (Kobe, Iverson), established legends (Jordan, Billie Jean King), and crossover sports icons (Jeff Gordon).

PUBLISHER – INSIDE SPORTS, INC

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CGC – GRADED 7.5 VERY FINE-

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4374474010

DECEMBER 14, 1987 – SUBSCRIPTION EDITION

COVER – BO JACKSON – WHICH WAY BO?

The December 14, 1987, issue of Sports Illustrated (Volume 67, Issue 26) features Bo Jackson on the cover with the headline “Which Way Bo?” and includes articles on his dual-sport career.

This issue dives into Bo Jackson’s remarkable athletic journey as both a Major League Baseball player for the Kansas City Royals and an NFL running back for the Los Angeles Raiders. The cover story explores the challenges and excitement of his rare two-sport career, highlighting his performances and the decisions he faced about his future.

Featured Articles in This Issue

Bo Jackson – “Which Way Bo?” – A deep profile on Jackson’s split between baseball and football, including game highlights and personal insights.

Evander Holyfield – Coverage of the rising boxing star’s career trajectory and recent fights.

Paul Coffey – A look at the NHL defenseman’s impact on the Edmonton Oilers and his standout season.

Boris Becker – Tennis coverage focusing on Becker’s performance and competitive edge.

Don McPherson – A feature on the Syracuse quarterback and his college football success.

The issue also includes contributions from notable writers such as Swift, McCallum, Bishop, Kirkpatrick, Wiley, Nack, Gammons, Sullivan, Lidz, and Scheiber.

PUBLISHER – TIME INC

WRITER – SWIFT, MCCALLUM, BISHOP, KIRKPATRICK, WILEY, NACK, GAMMONS, SULLIVAN, LIDZ, SCHEIBER, BISHOP

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CGC – GRADED 7.5 VERY FINE-

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4550643004

DECEMBER 1973 – SUBSCRIPTION EDITION

COVER – LEN ELMORE & BILL WALTON COVER

GORDIE HOWE

BOBBY HULL

ARTHUR ASHE

BOB FOSTER

The December 10, 1973, issue of Sports Illustrated (Volume 39, Number 24) featured Len Elmore of the Maryland Terrapins on the cover alongside Bill Walton of UCLA. The main story, titled “Po-tential Almost Stole It” by Curry Kirkpatrick, covered a thrilling college basketball matchup between Maryland and UCLA.

Maryland vs. UCLA – Maryland, led by Len Elmore, nearly upset the reigning national champions UCLA in a close 65–64 game.

The article praised Maryland’s performance and Elmore’s standout play, suggesting the team had earned national respect.

Coach Lefty Driesell’s bold claim that Maryland could beat UCLA was nearly realized, shaking up college basketball expectations.

The cover highlighted the intense showdown between two powerhouse programs, with Elmore and Walton representing East vs. West basketball dominance.

This issue is remembered for capturing a pivotal moment in college basketball history, where Maryland proved it could compete with the best.

PUBLISHER – TIME INC

WRITER – CURRY KIRKPATRICK, MARK MULVOY, FRANK, DEFORD, JOE JARES, BOB BRINER, EDWIN SHRAKE

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CGC – GRADED 7.5 VERY FINE-

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4550643005

FEBRUARY 1973 – SUBSCRIPTION EDITION

COVER – UCLA BASKETBALL – BILL WALTON

NEW YORK KNICKS

JOE FRAZIER

GEORGE FOREMAN

February 5, 1973, issue of Sports Illustrated (Volume 38, No. 5) featured UCLA basketball star Bill Walton on the cover, celebrating the Bruins’ 61st consecutive win after defeating Notre Dame on January 27, 1973.

“The 10th Man Cometh” – A look at the American League’s new designated hitter rule and its implications.

“Oh, the Knicks Have the Knack” – Coverage of the New York Knicks’ close victories over the Boston Celtics.

“You Better Believe It” – George Plimpton’s account of Joe Frazier’s shocking defeat by George Foreman in Kingston, Jamaica.

“They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?” – A photo essay capturing the energy and joy of horse racing.

“Waist Deep in the Big Muddy” – A feature on the Mississippi River and its cultural and environmental significance.

The issue also included photography and commentary on Bill Walton’s performance and UCLA’s dominance in college basketball at the time.

PUBLISHER – TIME INC

WRITER – WILLIAM LEGGETT, PETER CARRY, GEORGE PLIMPTON, MYRON COPE, JIM KAPLAN, CURRY KIRKPATRICK

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CGC – GRADED 7.5 VERY FINE-

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 3796071002

JULY 1981

CHARACTERS – BULLSEYE, DAREDEVIL, GROTTO, JOSIE, KINGPIN, TURK, VANESSA FISK

STORYLINE – GANG WAR!

Thinking his wife is dead, Kingpin takes control of the mob and hires Bullseye as his assassin.

Daredevil wakes up in an underwater pipe. He escapes and meets a group of beggars living underground.

There’s a gang war between Kingpin and his former gang with Bullseye and Daredevil playing their roles. In the end Bullseye and Daredevil fight until almost the very end, when Kingpin arrives with a surprise for Daredevil by letting him live and helping him.

In the end epilogue, we learn that Kingpin’s wife Vanessa is still alive.

PUBLISHER: MARVEL COMICS

WRITER: FRANK MILLER

INTERIOR ART: FRANK MILLER

COVER ART: FRANK MILLER, KLAUS JANSON

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