Jalen Williams
Guard / Forward · Oklahoma City Thunder
Topps Chrome Overtime Elite #Not visible
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
X-Fractal / Prism Refractor Parallel
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon parallel insert from Topps OTE product
Overall Assessment
A visually striking X-Fractor parallel of a rising star, making it a desirable pickup for player collectors and modern basketball enthusiasts
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front appears relatively well-centered with minor left-heavy bias
Surface Condition
Near Mint with clean refractor finish and no visible scratches
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with minimal to no visible softening
Edge Condition
Clean edges with standard factory cutting
Print Quality
High quality chrome finish with sharp refractor pattern
Estimated Value
$15 to $40 depending on grading and exact subset
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard modern Topps OTE refractors of rising NBA stars
Authentication Tips
Verify standard Topps Chrome card stock thickness and refractor rainbow sheen under direct light
Grading Recommendation
PSA or BGS, recommended only if centering and surface merit a gem mint 10
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed
Provenance Notes
Sourced from Topps Overtime Elite retail or hobby packs
Historical Context
Represents the modern era of unlicensed prospect cards before Overtime Elite players reach the NBA
Market Trends
Stable to appreciating based on Jalen Williams' strong performance with the Oklahoma City Thunder
Investment Potential
Moderate to high upside depending on the player's ongoing career trajectory and all-star selections
Similar Cards
Other Topps Chrome OTE rookies and parallels of projected lottery picks
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and top loader or magnetic holder away from direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Jalen Williams quickly emerged as a key foundational piece for the Thunder alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander