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2003 Topps LeBron James #221
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This 2003 Topps LeBron James rookie card (#221) is a defining piece of modern basketball card history, featuring the iconic imagery of James in his all-white suit on draft night holding his Cleveland Cavaliers jersey. Professionally graded a PSA 9 Mint, this card displays strong centering, clean borders, and crisp registration that highlights the draft-night photography. The PSA population report lists 9,443 examples at this grade tier, making it a foundational addition to any advanced basketball collection. As James's premier mainstream Topps rookie card, this issue serves as a historic document of his entry into the NBA.
Now in his 22nd NBA season, James continues to produce at an unprecedented level. Following a summer in which he earned Olympics MVP honors while leading Team USA to a gold medal in Paris, James entered the 2024-25 season maintaining elite production, averaging over 22 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds per game. Having already surpassed the 40,000 career points milestone in March 2024, his ongoing on-court achievements continue to generate sustained interest in his most important early-career rookie cards.Show more
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Sold on AuctionsAug 27, 2026
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