This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 12/5/2007.
Tom Heinsohn was known for his hard-nosed style of play, yet possessing a superb shooting touch and good body control, He was a vital cog in the Boston Celtics' dynasty of the 1950s and 1960s. Chosen as NBA Rookie of the Year in 1957, he helped the Celtics win eight NBA titles during his nine-year tenure, was named to the All-NBA Second Team for four years and was an All-Star for six. After retiring in 1965, Heinsohn coached the Celtics to two more world championships and was elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1986. On the inside right seam of the jersey is the "Wilson" manufacturers tag with jersey size "EX-LARGE" on it. Across the front is "EAST" in red tackle twill. On the front and back of the jersey is the player number "15" in red tackle twill. Above on front are three stars in blue tackle twill. The jersey shows nice game-use and appears to have no alterations of any kind.