Xaivian Lee
Guard · Princeton Tigers (Note: This is actually a basketball card, but evaluated per prompt specs)
Donruss Optic #Not clearly visible
Year & Era
2023-24 — Modern Era
Card Type
Prizm Parallel / Insert
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon parallel variant from retail or hobby blasters, moderate print run.
Overall Assessment
An attractive, clean modern chrome parallel of an exciting collegiate standout, ideal for player collectors and college basketball fans.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front centering is slightly heavy on the right and bottom borders; back centering likely follows a similar minor shift.
Surface Condition
Clean glossy chrome surface with no prominent scratches or print lines visible under standard lighting, rating Near Mint.
Corner Condition
All four corners appear sharp and un-bent with standard factory cuts, though slight softening cannot be ruled out without microscopic inspection.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard Optic silver refractor finish; no major chipping or denting observed.
Print Quality
High-quality chrome stock with vibrant color saturation and clean refractive laser lines typical of modern Panini Optic.
Estimated Value
$5 - $20 raw depending on specific parallel rarity and current player hype.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is slightly below the gem-mint standard due to right-side border heaviness, putting it on par with average retail pulls.
Authentication Tips
Check for the authentic Optic rainbow holo-foil reflection, correct card stock thickness, and sharp micro-text on the reverse.
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA if the centering meets minimum submission thresholds and the raw value spikes, otherwise best kept raw or in a magnetic holder.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard pack-fresh modern card characteristics.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from modern Panini Optic retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
Reflects the modern shift towards including collegiate and Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) athletes in mainstream licensed trading card sets.
Market Trends
Niche collegiate basketball market; values fluctuate heavily based on the player's collegiate performance and NBA draft trajectory.
Investment Potential
Speculative hold dependent entirely on the player's professional basketball future and draft stock.
Similar Cards
Other 2023-24 Donruss Optic collegiate basketball parallels and base cards.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top-loader or a one-touch magnetic holder away from direct sunlight and humidity.
Interesting Facts
Xaivian Lee gained significant attention as a standout star for Princeton in March Madness.