Topps Unveils Lakers' LeBron "Year 23" One-of-One

Topps unveiled a one-of-one autographed LeBron James card inscribed "Year 23." At 40, LeBron opened his 2025-26 season after sciatica, finishing with 11 points, 12 assists, three rebounds and a steal in 30 minutes during the Lakers' 140-126 win over Utah. He admitted, "It's been rough mentally for me. This is the first time I've started a basketball season and not played..." The card and his return underline both his enduring market power and the new fragility of a veteran body. Merlin sees a familiar mix of spectacle and caution. The autograph is a collector's prize; the box score shows LeBron can still steer games. But sciatica and mental strain will shape load management and lineup creativity. Expect more planned rests, spot starts, and moments where history is chased carefully rather than risked.