1996 Upper Deck Collector's Choice Kobe Bryant #267

The son of former NBA player Joe "Jelly Bean" Bryant, Kobe enters the NBA as the all-time leading scorer in Southeastern Pennsylvania history, having put up a staggering 2,883 total points across four years at Lower Merion High School. As a senior, he averaged an eye-popping 30.8 points, 12.0 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 4.0 steals, and 3.8 blocks per game — making him one of the most decorated prep players ever to come out of the region. Bypassing college entirely, the 6'6", 200 lb. Philadelphia-born guard went straight to the pros and landed with the Los Angeles Lakers, beginning one of the most storied careers in NBA history. This is his 1996-97 Upper Deck Collector's Choice rookie card, #267.