There are several instances in NBA history when the hate generated by a player is more interesting than anything else in the league. Some examples include LeBron James taking his talents to the Miami Heat, Kevin Durant signing with the Golden State Warriors, and Ben Simmons refusing to play for the Philadelphia 76ers, among others. Among these so-called villains, the brightest future belongs to no other than Trae Young.
Ever since the Atlanta Hawks eliminated both the New York Knicks and 76ers from the playoffs, Young has been playing the part of the bad guy perfectly. This will only become better once the new season starts, especially for those who collect his cards. Young’s 1-of1 stock, in particular, will also benefit from the point guard’s popularity. Shown below are several rare Trae Young cards that will blow your mind.
Trae Young cards that'll blow your mind
2019 Contenders Optic Front Row Seat Gold Vinyl
There’s just something about a card drenched in gold. No matter how basic the design is, once it’s enveloped in this color, you can expect its value to rise. The same is true, of course, for this Trae Young parallel card.
Young’s red jersey works well with the card’s gold vinyl design. Its no-nonsense look is also elevated and is a sight for sore eyes, especially inside a graded slab. Fortunately, this Trae Young card pulled a PSA 10 grade off, cementing a value of $1,000 on eBay.
2018 Chronicles Elite Black Box Platinum
As compared to cards that have a loud and flashy design, the select few that go the opposite direction towards minimalism are captivating in their own right. This is the case with Young’s Chronicles Elite Black Box Platinum card.
At the left is the All-Star’s profile set amidst a black background while the right side of the card features both Panini’s trademarked Rookie Shield and One of One logo. The result is a card design that is truly elite and stands out from the crowd. It’s no wonder that this insane pull sold for $2,432 recently.
2018 Encased Platinum
Panini’s Encased set has always been a silent favorite of collectors due to its great blend of value and clean design. The same can be said about its 2018 edtiion, particularly Young’s Platinum autographed card.
The Hawks’ franchise player is shown here in a riveting action shot that creates an illusion of motion. His profile is made even better with a minimalist background that highlights Young’s team and autograph. Of course, the One of One logo down below elevates this card to a whole level of value. A BGS 9.5 slab containing this monster card went for $20,000 on eBay, a sale that clearly solidifies this card as a must-have for Trae Young collectors.
2019 The National Rookie Memorabilia
Panini’s National set was one of the company’s products that can only be obtained via redemption. Back in 2019, the set that was released contained cards for different sports, including those for the NBA and NFL. Among the wicked pulls that can be chased is this massive Trae Young One of One patch card.
It features a gold patch from the point guard’s jersey embedded inside the card. Above it is Young’s profile enhanced by a holographic grid design. A One of One logo is found at the bottom right of the card. All of these things come together to create an amazing piece of memorabilia worth $20,000 that will leave collectors in awe.
2018 Select Phenomenon Black
Select’s Phenomenon insert during Young’s rookie year was a thing of beauty. The All-Star’s action shot blends perfectly with the card’s design, creating a look that leaves any collector speechless.
That effect is amplified by the Black One of One parallel. With a checkerboard design and a color scheme that matches Young’s jersey, this card is truly deserving of its $20,600 price tag.
With the NBA set to come back soon, Young is one of the guys everybody is excited to see in action again. And whether you love or hate him, his One of One cards are undeniable and a force to be reckoned with in the market. Expect these amazing pulls to go up in value in the coming months ahead.
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