Best Lebron Rookie to start with?

[cavsfan70]

Got a bowman chrome base rookie coming back from PSA... Not expecting a 10, but man... I can only hope. Paid like $50 for it 4-5 years ago.

[Onepocketj]

Originally Posted by thefranchise3

I bought 2 Rookie Exclusives and the Fleer H2 for $27 total back in March. None would grade higher than an 8 probably, but in hindsight damn I wish I was more reckless with my money then.

Yeah, I went a little crazy back in March when I posted here. Bought maybe 75-100 cards. Bought a lot of cheap ones that have taken off - 8 Rookie Exclusives for around $30 each, a stack of those City Heights for around $5-$10 each, Tradition, Upper Deck MVP, Etopps, etc. Waiting for grades to pop from PSA. Prices have definitely taken a turn since my purchases.

[bigjbasketball]

Originally Posted by Willikn

That UD Victory is a tough one. I'd call it a smart buy, but I'm pretty stupid when it comes to these things. The really rare ones don't seem to move much.

Whoops I meant UD MVP, not UD Victory. I think I paid like $30 for the MVP a few months ago. Clean looking raw copies are now going for $250ish...some as high as $300+. It’s really nutty how high some of these have gotten.

[eastbayak]

Originally Posted by bigjbasketball

Same here, I’m just glad I bought a handful before things really got nuts. Pre-COVID, I bought the UD Rookie Exclusives, UD Victory, UD Star Rookie, Fleer Premium, Bowman Chrome, and Topps Chrome. All raw, but all in good shape, I’d say PSA 8 or better for each of them. I probably paid around $1600 or so for all of these about 3-4 months ago. Seemed like a lot at the time, but the TC by itself now is getting close to doubling that total. However, there were a couple more I wanted to get that are now probably out of my price range forever.

Haha yeah, it's crazy. I don't think I'll be going for any more of his high-end RCs (except for 1 or 2 on my list) unless they're priced too good to pass up.

Originally Posted by Willikn

That UD Victory is a tough one. I'd call it a smart buy, but I'm pretty stupid when it comes to these things. The really rare ones don't seem to move much.

I just purchased a BGS 9 this morning.

I regret not securing a variety of non-numbered true LeBron RCs (raw or BGS/PSA 9s) when I first encountered this thread.

[scyforce]

Do you guys think the 2003-04 upper deck star rookie set can become the next 1986 fleer? It has LeBron, Melo, D-Wade, Bosh and quite a few role players.

The last set sold one the bay for near $3000(mainly because of BGS 9.5 Lebron) - https://www.ebay.com/itm/2003-Upper-...orig_cvip=true

[cardrcomeback]

Fleer rookie really took a dump. Was up to 900 in psa 9 a month ago. Now it's like 500.

[sebreg]

Got two Lebron base rookies, Topps Chrome graded picked up years ago, and E-X. E-X prob my fav in terms of design and look. Maybe pick up the Wade E-X rookie at some point.

I'd love to pick up a few more Lebron rookies, but prices are tough. Maybe base Fleer, UD Black Diamond at some point.

[LeonfromNC]

Originally Posted by scyforce

Do you guys think the 2003-04 upper deck star rookie set can become the next 1986 fleer? It has LeBron, Melo, D-Wade, Bosh and quite a few role players.

The last set sold one the bay for near $3000(mainly because of BGS 9.5 Lebron) - https://www.ebay.com/itm/2003-Upper-...orig_cvip=true

No but I think the 2003-04 topps chrome set can

[biggieruth]

Originally Posted by Willikn

Revolution too!

No such thing as a LeBron true Lakers rookie card. Now where making up narratives of rookie cards so we can pump them up?

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[eastbayak]

Originally Posted by jnmcards

Looking to broaden my collection with some Lebron stuff and I’ve been eyeing up a few of his low to mid tier rookies, specifically EX base and the Pristine /1999.

Would this be a good place to start? Looking for something with decent upside that won’t break the bank.

Thanks

OP,

Out of curiosity, what 03-04 LeBron RCs have you added since this post? Did you ever add the EX base and Pristine /1999? Did you add some other ones instead of or addition to the former 2?

[sebreg]

Originally Posted by KhalDrogo

There are a lot of really great LeBron RCs that are worth less than Topps White Suit.

Usually I like Topps and base rookies, but I just straight up don't like the image on this one. I find it unappealing. Much prefer the Fleer Traditions base rookie in terms of simplicity and the look.

[Mahomie]

This one is pretty affordable (can find it raw on ebay for less than $50).

[BreaultCards]

Any opinions on what’s still “good value” in the $300-$800 range raw decent condition. I’m aware the markets nuts but what would you guys buy and forget at that price.

[jw8]

Originally Posted by BreaultCards

Any opinions on what’s still “good value” in the $300-$800 range raw decent condition. I’m aware the markets nuts but what would you guys buy and forget at that price.

eTopps

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[BTownCards]

Originally Posted by jw8

eTopps

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[shondamon]

Originally Posted by jw8

eTopps

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I just bought an etopps. Gorgeous card. Probably the best Lebron rookie card you can get for under 500 bucks at this point

[BTownCards]

Mo troof.


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[Norris1987]

Originally Posted by Illustrious

I love the Fleer Tradition Trio rookie myself, with Lebron, Carmelo, and Wade being all future HOF’s it really reminds me of the Bird/Magic/Erving RC, and it’s still extremely affordable.

I have this card as well. I have thought about selling while prices are up but just can’t get myself to do it.

[radarfubar]

Thread on this has been dormant the past few months

What have you noticed about undervalued Lebron rookie cards--up/down/flat?

Your picks?

[KhalDrogo]

Originally Posted by radarfubar

Thread on this has been dormant the past few months

What have you noticed about undervalued Lebron rookie cards--up/down/flat?

Your picks?

Buy them all now. Criminally undervalued. All of them.

[jw8]

Originally Posted by KhalDrogo

Buy them all now. Criminally undervalued. All of them.

Agreed. Really doesn't matter which one, I would suggest buying graded just so you aren't waiting for cards come playoffs which is usually when his cards peak.

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[shootit]

Originally Posted by radarfubar

Thread on this has been dormant the past few months

What have you noticed about undervalued Lebron rookie cards--up/down/flat?

Your picks?

triple dimensions reflections, upper deck 301, pristine 101 all pretty low pop compared to the two topps versions

severely undervalued

[KingLBJMJ]

Originally Posted by jnmcards

Looking to broaden my collection with some Lebron stuff and I’ve been eyeing up a few of his low to mid tier rookies, specifically EX base and the Pristine /1999.

Would this be a good place to start? Looking for something with decent upside that won’t break the bank.

Thanks

Oh that brings back memories. I had to comment. I remember venturing to LeBron before he even won his rings. that was fun and scary moments spending 150 for chrome rc many eons ago. If you have some money, the UD reflections and exclusives RCs are good to start with too. I find his Fleer RCs are undervalued compare to Topps as well. Keep us posted on what you find.

[yoyosh]

Originally Posted by KhalDrogo

Buy them all now. Criminally undervalued. All of them.

100% agreed
Seeing Curry flagship Topps @ PSA 9 selling for same as LBJ flagship Topps PSA 9 is insane (and I love Steph!)

[BreaultCards]

What do you guys think about the fleer authentix rc?