Ausar Thompson (Note: This is actually a basketball card, not a football card)
Small Forward / Shooting Guard · Detroit Pistons
Panini Donruss Optic #Not clearly visible from this angle
Year & Era
2023-24 Panini Donruss Optic — Modern Chrome Era
Card Type
Blue Pulsar / Holo Parallel Rookie Card
Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Unnumbered retail parallel, moderately common print run but sought after for rookie collection
Overall Assessment
A fun and visually striking modern rookie parallel of a promising young talent, ideal for a player collector or modern set builder, despite the prompt's mix-up with football terminology.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears slightly heavy on the right border, typical of modern retail products.
Surface Condition
Clean surface with vibrant refractor lines, though slight fingerprint smudges may be present from handling without a sleeve.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with no apparent bending or dings visible in the image.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting common to Donruss Optic chrome stock.
Print Quality
High gloss finish with vibrant blue pulsar holographic pattern and good color saturation
Estimated Value
10 to 25 USD raw depending on exact parallel and current market demand
Comparison to Known Examples
Standard retail parallel copy with typical modern factory centering quirks
Authentication Tips
Check for correct holographic sheen, proper card stock thickness, and crisp font printing on the back
Grading Recommendation
SGC or PSA if centering measures within acceptable 55/45 or 60/40 tolerances, though grading costs may approach raw card value
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed, though it should be placed in a penny sleeve immediately to prevent surface scratches
Provenance Notes
Likely pulled from a Donruss Optic retail blaster box or hanger pack
Historical Context
Part of the highly anticipated 2023 NBA rookie class alongside Victor Wembanyama and Amen Thompson
Market Trends
Stable market demand driven by his defensive potential and exciting play style with the Pistons
Investment Potential
Hold perspective; dependent on his development into a premier two-way wing player
Similar Cards
Amen Thompson rookie cards, other 2023-24 Donruss Optic rookie parallels
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve inside a top loader or one-touch magnetic holder away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Ausar and his twin brother Amen made history by becoming the first brothers to be drafted in the top 5 of the same NBA draft