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Top 10 Most Valuable Clippers Basketball Cards of All Time

October 24, 2023
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The Los Angeles Clippers have had their fair share of superstar players throughout the years. Naturally, basketball card collectors are always on the lookout for valuable Clippers cards to add to their collections. In this article, we’ll countdown the top 10 most expensive Clippers basketball cards of all time.

10. Blake Griffin 2009-10 National Treasures Rookie Patch Auto

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $1,500
  • Print Run: 99

Blake Griffin took the league by storm during his rookie year, winning Rookie of the Year honors in the 2009-2010 season. Collectors covet his National Treasures autographed patch card, which pictures him in a Clippers uniform. Only 99 copies were printed, making it quite rare. This popular Griffin rookie card can fetch over $1,500 in top condition.

9. Danny Manning 1986-87 Fleer Basketball Rookie

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $1,600
  • Print Run: Widely available

The Clippers selected Danny Manning first overall in the 1988 NBA Draft. His 1986-87 Fleer card remains sought after by collectors over 30 years later. It's not too hard to find, but gem mint copies still sell for around $1,600 or more.

8. Elton Brand 1999-00 Upper Deck SP Authentic Future Fabrics

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $1,700
  • Print Run: 250

Elton Brand shared Rookie of the Year honors with Steve Francis in 1999. His autographed Upper Deck jersey card is very popular among Clippers collectors. Only 250 were made, and they trade hands for about $1,700 in perfect condition.

7. Eric Gordon 2008-09 Exquisite Collection Rookie Patch Auto

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $2,000
  • Print Run: 299

Eric Gordon was thought to be the next Clippers superstar after the team drafted him seventh overall in 2008. Collectors hunt down Gordon's Exquisite Collection rookie card, which includes an on-card autograph and memorabilia patch. Just 299 exist, making it quite exclusive. PSA 10 copies can cost around $2,000 or more.

6. Chris Paul 2005-06 Upper Deck UD3 Ultimate Signatures

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $2,500
  • Print Run: 100

Chris Paul signed with the Clippers in 2011 and turned the franchise into a contender. His 2005-06 Upper Deck Ultimate Signatures card pictures him as a rookie for the Hornets. Only 100 copies were produced, each featuring an on-card autograph. Expect to pay north of $2,500 for flawless copies.

5. Blake Griffin 2009 National Treasures Colossal Jersey Logo Patch Auto RC

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $3,000
  • Print Run: 25

Griffin rookies remain popular with Clippers collectors. His National Treasures Colossal Logo Patch Autograph is extremely rare and very expensive. Just 25 exist and they contain a massive memorabilia patch along with an on-card signature. This super premium card can sell for around $3,000 or more if graded PSA 10.

4. Chris Paul 2005-06 Ultimate Collection Ultimate Signatures

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $3,200
  • Print Run: 25

The 2005-06 Upper Deck Ultimate Collection set gave collectors one of the rarest Paul rookie cards ever printed. The Ultimate Signatures card features an autograph and tiny memorabilia patch with a print run of only 25 copies. Getting this card professionally graded is a must. Prices exceed $3,000 for PSA 10s.

3. Bob McAdoo 1972-73 Topps Rookie Card

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $5,000
  • Print Run: Widely available

Bob McAdoo won three scoring titles with the Buffalo Braves (now the Clippers) in the 1970s. His 1972-73 Topps rookie is a landmark basketball card from that era. While not especially rare, very few have graded PSA 10. Expect to pay a hefty premium of $5,000 or more for McAdoo rookies in this condition.

2. Blake Griffin 2009-10 National Treasures Blake Griffin Logomen Autograph RC

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $12,000
  • Print Run: 1

The holy grail Griffin rookie features an autograph and one-of-a-kind logo patch. Of course, with a print run of just one, it's the definition of rare! This card traded hands for over $12,000 back in 2016. Today, it would likely exceed that price if auctioned.

1. Lebron James 2003-04 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection Rookie Patch Auto Parallel

  • Estimated PSA 10 Gem Mint Value: $150,000
  • Print Run: 23

Lebron James is the undisputed king of basketball cards. His Upper Deck Exquisite Collection rookie autograph numbered to 23 comes with a massive patch. Considering his GOAT status and short print run, it's no surprise this card can sell for over $100,000 in flawless condition. The current record stands at $150,000!

And there you have it - the ten most valuable Clippers basketball cards of all time. Let us know if we missed any other noteworthy cards. Prices are always changing, especially for high-end cards graded PSA 10. But this list gives you a good overview of the top cards any Clippers or Lebron James collector would love to own. As the team continues rising to contender status, we may see new Clippers cards get added to this list in the coming years.