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2003 Topps LeBron James #221
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BGS9
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The 2003-04 Topps #221 LeBron James depicts the first overall selection holding his Cleveland Cavaliers jersey on draft night, serving as the flagship base rookie card for the four-time NBA champion. Graded BGS 9 Mint by Beckett Grading Services, this copy presents strong centering, crisp edges, and bright color retention on the notoriously condition-sensitive red borders. The card is unnumbered as part of the standard 500-card base set, with 2,532 copies holding a BGS 9 grade according to current population data.
Drafted straight out of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School in 2003, James earned Rookie of the Year honors before compiling four MVPs, 20 All-NBA selections, and becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer. Currently in his 21st season, James continues to maintain elite statistical production, averaging over 25 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists per game for the Los Angeles Lakers, reinforcing the legacy of his flagship 2003-04 debut issue.Show more
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Sold on AuctionsAug 20, 2026
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