Juwan Howard
2006-07 SP Game Used Edition Authentic Fabrics Jersey Patch #AFD-MH
Card Snapshot: This 2006-07 Upper Deck SP Game Used Edition (Authentic Fabrics) card features Juwan Howard during his tenure with the Houston Rockets. Card number #AFD-MH. This is the coveted Jersey Patch parallel variation with a printrun of 18/25. Contains authentic game-used memorabilia patch.
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| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Player | Juwan Howard |
| Season | 2006-07 |
| Team | Houston Rockets |
| Manufacturer | Upper Deck |
| Brand | SP Game Used Edition |
| Theme | Authentic Fabrics |
| Variant | Jersey Patch |
| Card Number | AFD-MH |
| Serial / Print Run | 18 / 25 |
| Rookie Card | No |
| Memorabilia | Yes |
| Autograph | No |
📊 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. 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
Prime Patch: Instead of a standard single-color jersey swatch, this card features a 'Prime' cut—usually containing multi-color stitching, numbers, or logos directly from the game-worn jersey. Memorabilia Card: This card contains a piece of a jersey, ball, or floor used by the player. These cards revolutionized the hobby in the late 90s by bringing a piece of the game directly into collectors' hands. Short Print Parallel (/25): Limited to an exclusive run of 25 copies, providing a prestigious balance of scarcity, visual brilliance, and investment-grade appeal. 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 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 2006-07 SP Game Used Edition Authentic Fabrics Jersey Patch card significant?
Produced by Upper Deck, it stands out as an authentic piece of 2006-07 basketball hobby history in this private collection.
How rare is this specific card?
This card is serially numbered 18 out of a total print run of 25.
Is this a Juwan Howard Rookie Card?
No, this card was released during the 2006-07 season, which was not Juwan Howard's debut season.