Ben Wallace Autographs
Ben Wallace is widely regarded as one of the most formidable defensive players in the history of the NBA. Born on September 10, 1974, in Delta, Alabama, Wallace faced numerous challenges on his path to the professional league. He played college basketball at Virginia Union University, a Division II school, where he honed his skills and developed a relentless work ethic. Despite going undrafted in the 1996 NBA Draft, Wallace's determination caught the attention of the Washington Bullets (now Wizards), who signed him as a free agent. His early years in the league were marked by limited playing time, but his tenacity and defensive prowess eventually led him to a breakout moment.
The turning point in Wallace's career came when he signed with the Detroit Pistons in 2000. During his time with the Pistons, he emerged as a defensive powerhouse, known for his shot-blocking ability and rebounding skills. Wallace's contributions helped elevate Detroit to the pinnacle of the NBA, culminating in a championship victory in 2004. During that season, he was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year for the fourth time, a testament to his unparalleled impact on the court and his ability to anchor the Pistons' defense. His dedication to team play, combined with a gritty, no-nonsense style, made him a beloved figure among fans and a respected adversary to opponents.
Ben Wallace's legacy extends beyond his impressive statistics and accolades; he forever changed the perception of the center position in basketball. Standing at 6 feet 9 inches, he proved that size is not the only determinant of success in the NBA, demonstrating that heart and hustle can shine through. After an illustrious 16-year career, which included stints with teams like the Chicago Bulls and the Cleveland Cavaliers, Wallace retired in 2012. In 2021, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, solidifying his status as one of the all-time greats. Today, Wallace is celebrated not only for his contributions on the court but also for his role in inspiring a new generation of athletes to excel through hard work and perseverance.
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Current items with a signature of Ben Wallace
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Traded items with a signature of Ben Wallace
The most expensive item with a signature of Ben Wallace (BEN WALLACE 2004/05 Exquisite BGS 8/10 Auto Jumbo Extra Autograph Jersey 1/5 HOF) was sold in July 2021 for $1,399.99 while the cheapest item (BEN WALLACE SIGNED CARD AUTO PSA/DNA GUARANTEED) found a new owner for $0.50 in April 2008. The month with the most items sold (26) was August 2022 with an average selling price of $29.99 for an autographed item of Ben Wallace. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in January 2021 with $199.99 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.99 was September 2008. In average, an autographed item from Ben Wallace is worth $29.74.
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Latest News about Ben Wallace
2024 HBCU All-Star Game: Team Ben Wallace defeats Team Rick Mahorn in third-annu (04/07/2024): The third-ever HBCU All-Star Game was a tightly contested affair Sunday in Phoenix 
Ben Wallace gives Lakers coach Darvin Ham glowing praise (10/03/2022): Ben Wallace, a former teammate of new Lakers head coach Darvin Ham, says he is a very positive and influential presence. AP Was There: Artest dispute turns into Malice at Palace (03/22/2022): The ''Malice at the Palace'' starts as a disagreement between Indiana Pacers forward Ron Artest and Detroit Pistons power forward Ben Wallace and becomes one of the worst incidents in sports history. After laying on the scorers table to de-escalate things, Artest is hit with a beer. Artest later i Pistons add HOF'er Wallace to operations staff (10/09/2021): The Detroit Pistons have hired former great Ben Wallace to their basketball operations staff. Pistons' legend Ben Wallace to be inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame's Class (05/15/2021): Wallace won Defensive Player of the Year four times as a member of the Pistons
Older News Stories about Ben Wallace
Ben Wallace ‘thankful and grateful’ to be Hall of Fame finalist (02/2019): Former Pistons great one of four first-time finalists. Chris Webber, Ben Wallace headline 2019 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fam (08/2017): 13 finalists were announced as potential members of the 2019 class Ben Wallace, Johnny Grubb headline Virginia Sports Hall Class of 2015 (01/2015): Longtime hoops coaches Fletcher Arritt and Paul Hatcher also honored This Week in Basketball eBay: Darko and Ben Wallace, Bobble Friends Forever (09/2014): Get your wallets ready -- it's time for Jason Kidd, Grant Hill, and DARKO in this week's Basketball eBay. Continue Reading → The post This Week in Basketball eBay: Darko and Ben Wallace, Bobble Friends Forever appeared first on Hardwood Paroxysm . Detroit Pistons fans: It's time to retire Chauncey Billups' No. 1, Ben Wallace's (07/2014): Billups and Wallace both played for the Pistons' 2004 NBA champions and were the backbone of the Pistons teams that went to six straight Eastern Conference Finals. Ben Wallace -- OUT OF JAIL ... After 16 Hours Behind Bars (03/2014): Ex-NBA superstar Ben Wallace is now a FREE MAN ... after spending 16 hours behind bars for a hit-and-run accident back in February. Wallace began his stint on Tuesday when he was sentenced to 2 days in the slammer for leaving the scene of an… Permalink Report: SUV registered to Ben Wallace involved in Virginia hit-and-run (02/2014): CBS 6 News in Virginia is reporting that an SUV belonging to former Detroit Pistons star Ben Wallace crashed into a fence in Virginia's Henrico County early Saturday morning. Ben Wallace Returns to Richmond For Summer League Basketball (07/2013): Former VUU standout and NBA champion Ben Wallace is back in Richmond for his Summer Basketball League. It’s the first... MPs Mark Hendrick and Ben Wallace defend home claims (05/2013): Lancashire MPs have today defended making claims towards mortgage interest payments on ‘second homes’. Big Ben: Wallace is more than just a deep threat (04/2013): Big Ben: Wallace is more than just a deep threat Daily list: 5 best rebounders of all time (03/2013): The top rebounders of all time, by SI.com's Ben Golliver (his whole list goes to 10, but still no Ben Wallace ): BILL RUSSELL Golliver writes: "More than 21,000 rebounds in a 13-season career, and he averaged an eye-popping 22.5." WILT CHAMB- BERLAIN Orrstown Bank Names Benjamin Wallace, EVP/Operations & Technology (02/2013): SHIPPENSBURG, Pa., Feb. 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: ORRF) announced today that Ben Wallace has joined Orrstown Bank as EVP / Operations & Technology.Mr. Wallace ... Ben Wallace MP: politicians will suffer while Commons secrecy continues (10/2012): The Speaker's attempt to block the publication of a new tranche of MPs' expenses could damage politicians' reputations, argues Conservative MP Ben Wallace. PistonPowered: Ben Wallace a better fit with Pistons or Heat? (09/2012): It pains me to put Detroit anywhere but No. 1. Ben Wallace checks in ahead of three Pistons rookies on ESPN.com's list of top 5 (08/2012): Veteran center is ranked more than 100 spots ahead of Kyle Singler, Kim English and Khris Middleton. Ben Wallace ’50-50′ On Returning Vs. Retirement (07/2012): Ben Wallace had a pretty strong season last year at age 37. DAVE PEMBERTON: Retirement still up in the air for Pistons' Ben Wallace (04/2012): Has Ben Wallace played his final game in the NBA? I can’t answer that question. In fact, I’m not sure there is anybody who can answer that question, including Wallace himself. Detroit Pistons' veteran Ben Wallace proves there's more to winning than statist (02/2012): Coach Lawrence Frank says 37-year-old Wallace can impact game in a variety of ways, Is Detroit Pistons great Ben Wallace a future Hall of Famer? After careful consi (01/2012): What do you think? Detroit Pistons' Ben Wallace Gets Probation on Drunken Driving, Gun Charges (12/2011): Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace was sentenced to a year's probation this morning and ordered to spend 30 hours coaching kids basketball following his plea for drunken driving and having an unlicensed handgun. Ben Wallace pleads guilty to misdemeanor charges WITH VIDEO (11/2011): Detroit Piston Ben Wallace pleaded guilty Tuesday in Oakland County Circuit Court to operating a vehicle and having a firearm while intoxicated. Ben Wallace to return to court later this month (10/2011): A local basketball star accused of drunken driving and carrying a concealed weapon is due back in court later this month. Piston Ben Wallace Faces Drunk Driving Charge (09/2011): Detroit Piston center Ben Wallace was arrested... Detroit Pistons Links: Ben Wallace has a future in, not on, court (07/2011): He''ll be dressed in his best blue suit with briefcase in hand, ready to tackle another case in court. When Ben Wallace hangs up his basketball sneakers, he wants to go to law school. But will the Pistons want Wallace for the one more season he would like to play? Pistons' Ben Wallace: Karen Davidson 'loves us,' has been honest about situation (02/2011): Wallace: "This is something that she's not as passionate about as her husband was, and we can respect that." Pistons win Ben Wallace's 1000th game (12/2010): TORONTO -- Raptors forward Linas Kleiza thought he had an easy lay-up late in the first quarter of Wednesday night's game against the Pistons. But he was destined only to become Ben Wallace's next victim.
