Juwan Howard
2004-05 UD Black Diamond Base Set Black #29
Card Snapshot: This 2004-05 Upper Deck UD Black Diamond (Base Set) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Houston Rockets. Card number #29. This is the coveted Black parallel variation with a printrun of 5/5.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 2004-05 |
| Team | Houston Rockets |
| Manufacturer | Upper Deck |
| Brand | UD Black Diamond |
| Theme | Base Set |
| Variant | Black |
| Card Number | 29 |
| Serial / Print Run | 5 / 5 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | No |
| Autograph | No |
📊 Collector Insights & Card Highlights
🏆 Hobby Significance
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
Jersey Number (5): This card is a true Jersey numbered card. Being the card with a matching serial number/ Jersey number match. A nice feature for a serious collector. Jersey Number (5/5): This card is a true Masterpiece. Being the absolute only card of its exact kind ever manufactured makes it the ultimate crown jewel for any serious collector. Super Short Print (/5): Stamped with a microscopic print run of just 5 copies worldwide. Pulling or securing a copy numbered to /5 represents an elite accomplishment in player collection completeness. 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
During his tenure with the Houston Rockets, Juwan was a seasoned veteran presence in the frontcourt, playing alongside Hall of Fame center Yao Ming, Tracy McGrady, and legendary shot-blocker Dikembe Mutombo. Rockets Frontcourt Anchor: Key starter and defensive anchor alongside Hall of Fame center Yao Ming and scoring superstar Tracy McGrady in Jeff Van Gundy's physical Western Conference contender.
🏀 NBA Era & Pop Culture
Mid-2000s Era: Legendary 2003 draft class (LeBron, Wade, Carmelo) elevates hobby interest. The mid-2000s were defined by the defensive dominance of the Detroit Pistons and the scoring explosions of Kobe Bryant and Allen Iverson. The league was transition from the post-Jordan era to the LeBron era. Mid-2000s Houston Rockets Era: The Toyota Center era characterized by Jeff Van Gundy's stifling half-court defense, international basketball superstardom via Yao Ming, and thrilling Western Conference playoff clashes.
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Collector FAQs
Why is this 2004-05 UD Black Diamond Base Set Black card significant?
Produced by Upper Deck, it stands out as an authentic piece of 2004-05 basketball hobby history in this private collection.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 5 out of a total print run of 5.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 2004-05 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.