1996-97 UD Folz Juwan Howard Base Set Base #38
Card Snapshot: The 1996-97 Upper Deck UD Folz Juwan Howard (Card #38) is a collectible sports trading card.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Season | 1996-97 |
| Team | Washington Bullets |
| Manufacturer | Upper Deck |
| Brand | UD Folz |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Base |
| Card Number | 38 |
| Serial / Print Run | - |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
๐ Hobby Significance
As the foundational base card of the set, this piece represents the core of player registries. While not inherently rare, finding un-numbered base cards from the 90s in pristine Gem Mint condition has become incredibly difficult due to the card stock used at the time.
๐ Player Performance & Team
During this era, Juwan was the focal point of the Washington Wizards offense. He shared the court with prime Rod Strickland, who led the league in assists, and a young rookie named Richard Hamilton.
๐ NBA Era & Pop Culture
The 1996-97 season celebrated the NBA's 50th Anniversary (noted by gold NBA logos on many cards). It also marked the arrival of the legendary 1996 Draft Class (Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, Steve Nash), which drove the sports card hobby into a frenzy of innovation.