Deceased Basketball Hall of Famer who is considered the ‘Babe Ruth of Basketball,’ and became the sport's premier attraction. With a gritty playing style and a near-perfect free throw ability, the 5'10" Beckman was in great demand by the public and he rarely failed to electrify the crowd. Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To a good sport, Johnny Beckman, Capt. of the Original Celtics Basketball Team of New York City,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with two red margins and a typed notation along top. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
