Juwan Howard
1998-99 SPx Finite Star Power #92
Card Snapshot: This 1998-99 Upper Deck SPx Finite (Star Power) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Washington Wizards. Card number #92. This card has a printrun of 1072/5400.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 1998-99 |
| Team | Washington Wizards |
| Manufacturer | Upper Deck |
| Brand | SPx Finite |
| Theme | Star Power |
| Variant | Base |
| Card Number | 92 |
| Serial / Print Run | 1072 / 5400 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
| Est. Value | $1.69 |
📈 Market Value & Price History
Confirmed sales (eBay / PSA / Fanatics / Self-Purchase)
| Date | Grade | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-30 | Raw | $1.69 | SportsCardsPro |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
Upper Deck SP was the premier premium brand of the 90s. With its thicker card stock and elegant design, it offered a luxury feel that stood out from standard packs. Upper Deck SPx redefined the hobby in 1996 by replacing traditional cardboard with thick, perimeter-die-cut cards embedded with high-resolution 3D holograms, later evolving into serial-numbered SPx Finite and Grand Finale lines. 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
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. Inaugural Wizards MCI Center Era: Served as the franchise cornerstone through the 1997 rebranding, establishing a lethal high-post scoring punch alongside league assist leader Rod Strickland and later teaming with Michael Jordan during MJ's historic Washington comeback.
🏀 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. Turn-of-the-Century Wizards Era: Highlighted by the opening of the state-of-the-art MCI Center in downtown Washington D.C., new teal and bronze colors, and Michael Jordan's front-office tenure and legendary playing return.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 1998-99 SPx Finite Star Power Base card significant?
Produced by Upper Deck, 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 1072 out of a total print run of 5400.
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.