Juwan Howard
1998-99 Fleer Flair Showcase Power Legacy Collection #42
Card Snapshot: This 1998-99 Fleer Flair Showcase (Power) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Wizards. Card number #42. This is the coveted Legacy Collection parallel variation with a printrun of 20/99.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1998-99 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Fleer |
| Brand | Flair Showcase |
| Theme | Power |
| Variant | Legacy Collection |
| Card Number | 42 |
| Serial / Print Run | 20 / 99 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
Flair Showcase's 'Legacy Collection' revolutionized the hobby by introducing tiered rarity (Row 0, Row 1, Row 2) stamped with vibrant blue foil. These were some of the very first mainstream serial-numbered parallels, changing the chase dynamic forever. 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.
📈 Player Performance & Team
Juwan continued his steady production in Washington, remaining one of the most reliable post players in the league. His veteran leadership began to show as he helped mentor younger teammates during a period of transition for the franchise.
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Post-Jordan Transition Era: Rise of Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, and new young superstars. The 1998-99 season was shortened to just 50 games due to a league-wide lockout. As a result, card manufacturers produced fewer sets and lower print runs, making specific inserts from this era surprisingly scarce today.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 1998-99 Flair Showcase Power Legacy Collection card significant?
Produced by Fleer, it stands out as an authentic piece of 1998-99 basketball hobby history in this private collection.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 20 out of a total print run of 99.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 1998-99 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.