Juwan Howard
2001-02 Fleer Shoebox Base Set Ruby #145
Card Snapshot: This 2001-02 Fleer Fleer Shoebox (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Dallas Mavericks. Card number #145. This is the coveted Ruby parallel variation with a printrun of 67/150.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 2001-02 |
| Team | Dallas Mavericks |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Fleer Shoebox |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Ruby |
| Card Number | 145 |
| Serial / Print Run | 67 / 150 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
The Juwan Howard collection spans multiple decades of basketball history, capturing everything from the high-flying 90s to his championship years with the Miami Heat. Each card represents a unique piece of this journey.
⚒️ Card Technology
Trading Card Manufacturing: Traditional trading card manufacturing involves multiple layers of printing and finishing. Even standard base cards from this era often featured premium UV coatings and high-quality card stock that was revolutionary at the time.
📈 Player Performance & Team
Traded to the Dallas Mavericks, Juwan provided crucial veteran scoring. He joined a highly explosive offensive roster featuring a young Dirk Nowitzki, MVP-caliber point guard Steve Nash, and Michael Finley.
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Early 2000s Autograph & Relic Revolution: Upper Deck Exquisite and SP Authentic define modern high-end collecting. The 2001 season saw the arrival of Pau Gasol and Tony Parker, signaling a major increase in the NBA's international influence. This trend reflected in the hobby with more 'International' parallels and global reach.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 2001-02 Fleer Shoebox Base Set Ruby card significant?
This card is considered a 'Holy Grail' insert in 90s basketball card collecting. Produced by Fleer during the 2001-02 season, its legendarily low print run and iconic design make it a focal point of our collection.
Is this a 'Holy Grail' card?
Yes, this card belongs to one of the most prestigious parallel series in the hobby. These are extremely rare and heavily targeted by high-end collectors.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 67 out of a total print run of 150.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 2001-02 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.