Where do they find this stuff?

Among the usual assortment of Mickey Mantle trading cards, Babe Ruth signed baseballs and Muhammad Ali litographs are a few very interesting L.A.-centric items that have turned in the latest online auction sponsored by Sotheby's and SCP Auctions.
Take the Lakers' 1979-80 championship banner that once hung on the wall at the Forum. Now they can be yours.
It just doesn't seem right. But it's true.

Lot No. 729: The Lakers' 1979-80 yellow championship banner from Magic Johnson's first title. "The nylon banner measures an impressive 11.6 by 17 feet. It is ultimate symbol of basketball's greatest achievement. It is a piece of history, the likes of which seldom reach private hands. A letter of provenance from the Los Angeles Lakers accompanies."
Opening bid: $5,000.

Oh, there's more:
Lot No. 728: Wilt Chamberlain's No. 13 jersey that once hung on the Forum wall. "Offered here is the actual jersey unveiled that day (Nov. 9, 1983) ... Wilt's massive mesh jersey, one of seven ultimately retired by the Lakers, measures 9.6 by 7.2 feet and is mounted to a black felt covered board. Rarely are pieces of this nature made available to the public. A letter of provenance from the Los Angeles Lakers accompanies."
Opening bid: $3,000.

Lot No. 731: A 2001 Lakers championship ring. "An actual Championship ring produced in comemmoration of that title that was presented to a family member of one of the players. Crafted in 14k gold, the top features numerous white and yellow diamonds. It's design elements include the words "Back to Back" under the Lakers logo on one shank. This exclusive prize comes in its original custom mahogany presentation box and appears to have never been worn." What it doesn't say is that on the side, the name engraved is "Papa Steve."
Opening bid: $2,000.

And then there's Lot No. 752: Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl XXXIV Lombardi Trophy in presentation box.
That would be difficult to pull off, since the Rams were in St. Louis when they won this one in Jan., 2000. "Offered here is a rare 16 1/2 tall version of the most recognizable trophy in all of sports that was one of a very limited number issued to key St. Louis Rams personnel. The award is inscribed on the neck Vince Lombardi Trophy and Superbowl (sic) XXXIV Champions The St. Louis Rams. The considerable weight of the trophy is appropriate, considering the significance of the Super Bowl and the award itself. The trophy comes enclosed in its original presentation box along with a printed "Thank you" card from Rams owner Georgia Frontiere."
Opening bid: $1,000. And you can throw away the Frontiere sentiments when you purchase it.

The bidding started today and runs through Nov. 30 at www.scpauctions.com