Juwan Howard
1998-99 Topps Topps Bowman's Best Base Set Atomic Refractor #81
Card Snapshot: This 1998-99 Topps Topps Bowman's Best (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Wizards. Card number #81. This is the coveted Atomic Refractor parallel variation with a printrun of 89/100.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1998-99 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Topps |
| Brand | Topps Bowman's Best |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Atomic Refractor |
| Card Number | 81 |
| Serial / Print Run | 89 / 100 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
The Bowman brand is synonymous with the future. Traditionally focused on scouting and 'rookie prospects', these cards are often a player's first appearance in a major professional set. 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 Topps Bowman's Best Base Set Atomic Refractor card significant?
Utilizing Topps's iconic Chromium technology, the light-diffracting coating gives this card a stunning rainbow sheen under direct light.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 89 out of a total print run of 100.
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.