Chris Paul
Point Guard · Los Angeles Clippers
Topps Chrome Activators #Not visible
Year & Era
2013-14 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon insert, not heavily short-printed
Overall Assessment
A clean, attractive insert of an elite point guard, ideal for player PC collections
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears fairly well-centered with minor top-bottom variance
Surface Condition
Clean glossy chrome finish, no major scratches or print lines visible through the sleeve
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible wear
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting
Print Quality
Standard high-gloss Topps Chrome finish with sharp imagery
Estimated Value
5 to 15 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with typical mid-tier modern inserts from Topps Chrome
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Topps Chrome refractor gloss and card stock thickness
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA if value warrants grading fees, though raw is typically fine for this tier of insert
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Pulled from Topps Chrome basketball packs during the 2013-14 release window
Historical Context
Chris Paul's prime years with the Los Angeles Clippers 'Lob City' era
Market Trends
Stable collector demand for Chris Paul inserts, though Topps basketball is unlicensed for current years, vintage Topps holds nostalgic value
Investment Potential
Modest, primarily sentimental and player-collector driven
Similar Cards
Other Chris Paul inserts from 2013-14 Panini or Topps sets
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or top loader away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Topps lost its NBA license shortly after this era, making late-era Topps basketball inserts increasingly nostalgic for collectors