Clint Capela
Center · Atlanta Hawks / Houston Rockets
Topps Chrome Basketball X-Fractor Parallel #Not visible
Year & Era
2023-24 — Modern Basketball Era
Card Type
X-Fractor Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Rarity
Uncommon insert parallel found in retail or hobby packs, featuring the signature checkered X-Fractor refractive pattern.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking X-Fractor parallel of a reliable veteran center, ideal for team collectors and fans of modern chrome card designs.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front appears reasonably balanced Left-Right and Top-Bottom within acceptable tolerances for modern chrome stock.
Surface Condition
Clean surface with prominent X-Fractor prismatic finish; a minor glare highlight is present from photography lighting, but no major scratches or indentations are apparent.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with standard factory cut, no noticeable dings or rounding observed under normal lighting.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard chrome card stock thickness and factory finishing.
Print Quality
High print quality with vibrant color saturation, sharp player focus, and clean application of the X-Fractor geometric pattern.
Estimated Value
$3 - $10 raw; slightly higher if graded a 10 depending on set population.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard modern Topps Chrome parallels with typical factory-toleranced centering and clean surfaces.
Authentication Tips
Check for the authentic Topps Chrome refractive surface sheen, correct card stock thickness, and sharp micro-pattern diffraction under direct light.
Grading Recommendation
Raw copy; grading is generally not economically worthwhile for a standard veteran X-Fractor unless aiming for a registry set due to grading fees exceeding the raw card value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard modern chromium card with expected factory characteristics.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from modern Topps Chrome packs or boxes distributed through standard hobby and retail channels.
Historical Context
Represents the return of Topps Chrome basketball licensed products in the modern era, celebrating established veterans and key contributors.
Market Trends
Stable market demand driven by team collectors and player PC enthusiasts, though veteran role players generally experience modest price stability.
Investment Potential
Hold for personal collection or team sets; low speculative investment potential given veteran status.
Similar Cards
Other modern Topps Chrome parallels, refractor variants, and base cards of Clint Capela or contemporary Atlanta Hawks players.
Display & Preservation
Recommended to store in a penny sleeve inside a rigid top loader or magnetic holder away from direct sunlight and humidity to preserve the chrome finish.
Interesting Facts
The X-Fractor pattern is one of the most recognizable and beloved refractive finishes in modern sports card collecting history, originating in the early 2000s.