Before the championships. Before the gold medals. Before the success. There were expectations. The Chosen One lurks among us, vying for supremacy – grinding in the shadows not for recognition, but for greatness.

This Fall, witness the most coveted and elusive items that transcend their physical form, becoming symbols of moments that altered the course of history. LeBron James' iconic St. Vincent-St. Mary High School jersey, immortalized on the cover of Sports Illustrated when he was dubbed "The Chosen One," is undeniably one such treasure.

Julien's Auctions is set to ignite an epic bidding frenzy in Hong Kong as this legendary garment, along with a trove of LeBron-related photographic treasures, takes center stage at our "Legends in Motion" auction event.

The jersey itself is a tangible link to the genesis of LeBron's extraordinary journey. Worn during his first Sports Illustrated shoot and a high school game on the same day in 2002, it encapsulates the raw potential, hunger, and burgeoning stardom of a young athlete who would go on to redefine the sport of basketball.

Its reappearance on the auction block, with an estimated value of $1-$2 million, is a stout demonstration and tip of the proverbial cap to LeBron's enduring legacy and the insatiable appetite of collectors for artifacts that embody greatness.

Accompanying the jersey is a collection of limited-edition photo prints capturing LeBron in his element during that fateful Sports Illustrated session. These images, signed by renowned photographer Michael LeBrecht, offer a glimpse into the making of an icon. Each print is a numbered piece of history, freezing in time the youthful energy and quiet confidence of a future legend.

LeBrecht's exclusive interview with Julien's adds another layer of depth, offering insights into the shoot and his personal connection to LeBron's rise as a spry assistant photographer who was handed a gift horse assignment of epic proportions – and in true LeBrecht fashion, seized the moment opportunity.

The inclusion of these items in Julien's "Legends in Motion" auction adds a new dimension of excitement to an already star-studded auction event. Ultra-rare Bruce Lee memorabilia, artifacts from FIFA, and items associated with global icons like BTS, Taylor Swift, Michael Jackson, and Kobi Bryant will also grace the auction block.

The juxtaposition of these diverse cultural touchstones speaks to the universal language of achievement and the lasting power of objects that mark pivotal moments in human history.

As the auction date approaches, anticipation is building in Hong Kong and around the world. The opportunity to own a piece of LeBron's origin story, a concrete and physical representation of the moment he was anointed as basketball's next great hope, is an irresistible prospect for collectors and fans alike.

Will the jersey shatter records? Will the rare, unreleased and limited-edition photograph prints find homes with passionate admirers of LeBron's journey? The answers await at “Legends in Motion” on September 28th – where history will be made in Hong Kong at Island Shangri-La, and online – one bid at a time.