Former NBA reporter Adrian Wojnarowski’s auction of the iPhones used for his famous “Woj Bombs” concluded Tuesday night, with the four phones combining to sell for $12,700.
The top-selling item was the iPhone Wojnarowski used to break the news of Paul George and Kawhi Leonard going to the Clippers, which sold for $5,000.
His iPhone from the announcement the NBA was suspending the season due to COVID-19 fetched $3,250, and the iPhone from the 2023 NBA Draft, where Victor Wembaynama was selected No. 1 overall, sold for $2,700.
The iPhone from his “farewell” tweet and final NBA Draft iPhone sold for $1,750.
Wojnarowski also sold some of his press credentials, with the top sale coming from his 2024 NBA Draft, his last before retiring, which sold for $1,400.
The auctions were conducted by Daps Bounty, a new platform for collectors to make offers on pieces of memorabilia or experiences from their favorite athletes and celebrities.
Daps founder Jake Klores told cllct there were also more than 500 offers submitted for experiences with Wojnarowski, including video calls and dinner.
“My favorite part of this collection has been reading through some of the countless incredibly thoughtful notes users took the time to write about Woj in the optional ‘additional information’ field, while placing an offer," Klores told cllct. "He means a great deal to so many fans throughout the world, and we can’t wait to get these iconic items in the hands of a lucky few.”
All proceeds from the auction will go to the St. Bonaventure men's basketball program, where Wojnarowski is now the general manager.
Will Stern is a reporter and editor for cllct.