1996-97 Upper Deck Kobe Bryant

This 1996-97 Upper Deck Kobe Bryant rookie card is another rookie card of arguably the best active basketball player. Foregoing an action shot of the young Laker guard for an odd picture of Bryant wearing his sunglasses like a hat, Upper Deck probably missed out on a chance to create an iconic rookie of a great player. Nevertheless, this card, like all Kobe rookie cards, will be enthusiastically bought and sold for years to come. A very affordable card, this Upper Deck rookie card is a great target for any basketball card collector. Because Bryant is destined to become a legend, rookie cards like this will definitely not lose value down the road.