The item under consideration is a collectible trading card featuring a prominent basketball player, Dominique Wilkins, released as part of the NBA Hoops series. These cards, produced by various manufacturers, typically showcase a player’s photograph, statistics, and team affiliation, serving as tangible representations of their career highlights and athletic achievements. As an example, a specific card might depict Wilkins in his Atlanta Hawks uniform during a particular season, along with his scoring average for that year.
These collectibles hold significance for several reasons. They serve as historical artifacts, documenting the careers of notable athletes and specific eras in basketball history. Their value lies in factors such as rarity, condition, and the player’s performance and popularity. The presence of certain cards within a collection allows for deeper engagement with the sport and its history, fostering a connection between fans and the players they admire. Historically, they provide a snapshot of the hobby’s evolution, from early paper-based cards to the technologically advanced, autographed, and limited-edition versions common today.
