Kobe Bryant

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 4/10

Consistent low-to-mid value sales with no major price spikes; Kobe's legacy sustains steady interest but base 2004 cards lack rookie or short-print appeal[1][3]

Next months. Stable with minor fluctuations from auction volume

Long term. Stable to slight rise tied to broader Kobe market, unlikely to surge

History

Kobe Bryant was a legendary NBA player for the Los Angeles Lakers, renowned for his five championships, 81-point game, and status as one of basketball's greatest scorers and competitors, drafted in 1996 straight from high school.

2004 Fleer Ultra Basketball set, released in 2004 by Fleer, card #8 from the base set.

• This 2004 card captures Kobe during his prime post-three-peat era amid injury recovery and scoring dominance.
• Part of Fleer Ultra's base set, not a rookie (his rookies are from 1996-97).
• Kobe appears in over 496 basketball card sets, highlighting his enduring collectibility[2].

Rarity and print run

Tier

Common

Print run

Very High

First printed in

2004 Fleer Ultra

Demand

Medium

Supply

Abundant

• Base card from mass-produced Fleer Ultra set with no serial numbering or limited parallels noted[1][4]
• High supply as standard insert in packs
• Gold Medallion parallel exists but base is common

Collector notes

Condition. Inspect centering on borders, sharp corners prone to dings, clean edges without print defects, glossy surface free of scratches or clouding; common flaws include roller marks from factory packs and edge whitening.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves in cool, dry environment away from sunlight; avoid stacking without dividers to prevent sticking.

Authenticity. Check for correct Fleer Ultra holograms and font on back; fakes often have off-color printing or blurry images; authenticate via graded/graded population reports showing low pop for high grades; compare to verified sales images.