2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives LeBron James #1 CGC 8.5

This 2003 Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives card captures LeBron James at the very beginning of his historic basketball journey. Released during his highly anticipated rookie season, this card represents a foundational piece of modern basketball collecting, celebrating the arrival of one of the game's most influential icons.

Graded an 8.5 by CGC, this card is a key addition for collectors seeking early career memorabilia from the NBA's all-time leading scorer.

Card Details

• Year: 2003
• Set: Upper Deck Rookie Exclusives
• Card Number: 1
• Subject: LeBron James
• Grading Company: CGC
• Grade: 8.5

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 30
• Population in Higher Grades: 112
• Total Graded Population: 182

Career Highlights

• St. Vincent-St. Mary High School Fighting Irish (Akron, Ohio): 1999-2003
• Cleveland Cavaliers (Cleveland, Ohio): 2003-2010, 2014-2018
• Miami Heat (Miami, Florida): 2010-2014
• Los Angeles Lakers (Los Angeles, California): 2018-2026
• U.S. national team (United States): 2012-2024
• Four-time NBA champion (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
• Four-time NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
• Four-time NBA Most Valuable Player (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013)
• NBA Rookie of the Year (2004)
• NBA's all-time scoring leader