| type="text/javascript"> | | | | Quite often, the best time to request autographs |
| Every NBA fan would love to have an autograph | | | | is after an athlete has retired from the game of |
| from their favorite athlete, but often the cost of | | | | basketball. During the height of their career, most |
| basketball autographs are out of reach for many. | | | | basketball stars are flooded with requests for |
| Whether it's the cost factor or the concern as to | | | | their autograph, which can make it difficult to |
| whether or not a paid autograph is authentic, | | | | respond to each one individually. When requesting |
| many are looking toward the athletes themselves | | | | an autograph, always send a SASE |
| for free basketball autographs. | | | | (self-addressed stamped envelope) with enough |
| One of the best places to start with, or build on | | | | postage to accommodate the return mailing costs. |
| to, your basketball autograph collection is through | | | | If you are sending your own basketball collectible |
| the Basketball Hall of Fame. As a general rule, halls | | | | to be signed, including a photo or trading card, |
| of fame are very accommodating to fans and | | | | make sure that the envelope size will |
| their request for autographs. The halls do not | | | | accommodate the item without it having to be |
| personally provide the autographs, but they will | | | | bent. For investment purposes, basketball |
| generally forward all fan mail to the athletes for | | | | autographs will be their most valuable if they are |
| handling. | | | | in mint condition. |