Kobe Bryant

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 4/10

Consistent low-value pricing for commons; steady supply keeps prices flat despite Kobe legacy.

Next months. Stable at $4-$7 raw; minor fluctuations from nostalgia buys.

Long term. Stable to slight decline; holds nostalgic value but unlikely to rise significantly as common.

History

Kobe Bryant, legendary NBA player for the Los Angeles Lakers, 5-time champion, 18-time All-Star, known for his 'Mamba Mentality' and scoring prowess during the 2001-02 season where he averaged 25.2 points per game.

Released in 2001 as part of Upper Deck Honor Roll basketball set, capturing Bryant's prime early career alongside stars like Michael Jordan.

• 2001-02 season marked Bryant's emergence as Lakers' go-to scorer post-Shaq trade rumors.
• Honor Roll set celebrated top NBA performers with clean designs.
• Card #38 base common variant features Bryant's dynamic action pose.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Common

Print run

Very High

First printed in

2001 Upper Deck Honor Roll

Demand

Low

Supply

Abundant

• Mass-produced base card from flagship Upper Deck set
• No serial numbering or parallels in base variant
• High overall print run for 2001-02 basketball cards

Collector notes

Condition. Check edges for dings, corners for whitening, centering (common off-center print), surface scratches on glossy finish; avoid print lines or roller marks typical in mass-produced Upper Deck cards.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves in cool, dry environment away from sunlight; penny sleeves prevent scratches during handling.

Authenticity. Examine Upper Deck hologram and copyright line for '2001 Upper Deck'; fakes often have blurry printing or incorrect fonts; graded/graded grading confirms authenticity for base commons.