There’s something sweet about collecting cards that have a significant meaning to them. Some prefer collecting cards with cool stories behind them, while others go for those numbered cards that match the player’s jersey. In the case of Giannis Antetokounmpo card collectors, it’s hunting down those insane pulls from his recent championship season.
We take a look at five of The Greek Freak’s sweetest cards during his championship run last season and how they did on eBay.
5. Panini Select Unstoppable Gold 10/10
All season long, and even into the playoffs, Giannis Antetokounmpo was virtually unstoppable. With his insane performance on both ends of the court, it only seems fitting that his Select Unstoppable insert card opens up this list.
The card itself is a beauty to behold. With Antetokounmpo beautifully framed by the card’s checkerboard design, there’s surely nothing like it on the market right now. And with its value on eBay reaching $1,500, collectors can be sure that it’s a must-have pull from the All-Star forward’s championship season.
Panini Court Kings Blank Slate
Sometimes, less is definitely more. While most cards come with loud and eye-popping designs, the Blank Slate insert from Panini’s Court Kings brand is certainly one for the ages. With Giannis Antetokounmpo front and center, you’ve got yourselves a monster card on your hands.
As its name suggests, the card’s clean look empowers Antetokounmpo’s profile on it. Plus, its short-print run ensures value won’t plummet down anytime soon. In fact, a PSA 10 slab of Antetokounmpo’s latest Blank Slate went insane by notching $2,000 on the market.
Panini Impeccable Gold 9/10
There are two things that will always retain their value when it comes to cards. The first is a bar of gold encased inside a card, while the second is Giannis Antetokounmpo after winning his first championship. Put those two together and you’ll end up with The Greek Freak’s Impeccable Gold card.
The card itself is something you won’t see everyday. Apart from its very limited population, an actual 14k gold bar embossed with the NBA’s logo is found within the card. For sure, this impressive pull and its value of $2,025 is more than enough to be the centerpiece of any collection.
2. Panini Select En Fuego Gold /10
Pulling a case-hit card is always a welcome treat for any collector. The thing is, there’s even something better than that. It’s pulling a short-print parallel variant of said case-hit. In this case, it’s the latest Select En Fuego Gold Giannis Antetokounmpo card, which is numbered to 10 copies.
One look at the card and you’ll find yourself drawn by its intense design. The insert’s name means “On Fire” in Spanish, which is a great way to describe Antetokounmpo’s run towards the Milwaukee Bucks’ first title in 50 years. It’s no wonder this card fetched $7,000 earlier this month.
1. Panini Prizm Black Shimmer One of One
When everything else is said and done, Prizm will remain the undisputed king of NBA cards for the foreseeable future. Add Giannis Antetokounmpo on it and a One of One parallel, and you’ve got the card of a lifetime.
Antetokounmpo’s latest Prizm Black Shimmer One of One is definitely a looker. The shimmer’s outstanding design matches well with The Greek Freak’s profile on the card itself. Since it’s the only one in existence, you shouldn’t be surprised that it’s now worth $12,500 on eBay right now.
Without a doubt, Giannis Antetokounmpo cemented his place in NBA history by nabbing his first ring. These cards, and others from last season, will definitely be chase-worthy for collectors and investors alike. Better hunt them now during the offseason before the value of NBA cards shoot back up again in a couple of months.
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