In the sports collectible and trading card industry, scarcity and authenticity are the main drivers of value. Any 1-of-1 (meaning no other card exists) card involving LeBron James would garner attention. One featuring game-worn jersey patches from his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers would be highly coveted. But that’s what Panini, the NBA’s exclusive card producer, released in its Flawless set earlier this year. Just one, though. The chase for the 2020-21 Panini Flawless LeBron James triple logoman captured the attention of Drake. Champagne Papi didn’t reel in the triple logoman, but now is his chance – the card will go up for auction on Wednesday, when it could become the most expensive modern-day trading card.
by Hoops Hype