LeBron James Collectibles: The Top 10 To Look Out For

Signed when he joined the Lakers in 2018-19, at first glance just your basic replica NBA Basketball with a Lakers logo stamp on it, the real significance of this collectible is its rarity. First of all, King James has likely signed less autographs than most other star athletes by a significant margin. He’s been Upper Deck exclusive since age 18, and this ball is signed with a silver pen, looks sick, and is authenticated by Upper Deck - so you know what you’re getting. 

A replica jersey from his 2014 All-Star campaign as a member of the Miami Heat, James signed the #6 on the back of the jersey and inscribed it “2014 All-Star.” Although not game-worn, it’s NBA Authentic and limited to 14 total.

Here it is, the most recognizable, iconic, if you will, LeBron James rookie card. In PSA 10, it only has a population of 174. In BGS Pristine 10, its population is unknown but likely similar, and in BGS 10 Black Label it’s likely far more rare.

To the ultimate LeBron collector, there’s nothing like a rookie autograph PSA 10, and even though this card isn’t serial numbered, it’s short printed and there’s only 14 graded a gem mint PSA 10.

Unlike the Ultimate Collection above, the SP Authentic is serial numbered to 500, and there’s only 50 PSA 10s out there.

This is one of the most unique LeBron James collectibles on the market. In many cases with these types of items, collectors are left wondering how many of the floor pieces are out there. In this case, the Upper Deck store has limited these to 23 and 20 each, respectively - each being from the Lakers 2020 Championship run, signed by LeBron and beautifully paired with a print in a high-quality display case.

Back to sports cards, this one is super-desirable because it features a game worn patch and an on-card auto of which there are only 50 in circulation. Each patch is from a different part of a James uniform that was used in a game, and value will vary depending on the card grade.

Usually every huge reward comes with a solid amount of risk, and this piece stood out for a few reasons. First of all, it claims to be a game worn autographed LeBron jersey from his rookie season in 2003-04, and it comes with a certificate of authenticity from both Upper Deck and MEARS. But when you look at the price the seller wants, and combined with the fact that it’s on eBay and not directly from the Upper Deck store, or via a high-end auction house like Sotheby’s, Goldin, Heritage or Pristine, proceed with caution. Assuming this is legit though, it has to be considered a top three LeBron collectible.

Sneakerheads get ready. We saved the best LeBron James collectible for last. The game worn, autographed and inscribed Nike LeBron 11s are from when he played 40 minutes and scored 21 points with six rebounds and six assists at Denver in a 111-107 loss to the Nuggets. Only one thing could possibly make these shoes more desirable than they are now - and that’s if LeBron doesn’t pass Kareem until March 14, 2023 at home against the New Orleans Pelicans - exactly nine years to the date of when he wore these shoes.

Note: Other game-worn LeBron James shoes can be found here in the Upper Deck store.