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LeBron James to Wear 23rd-Season Commemorative Patch Starting Tonight in Sacramento

The tribute doubles as a source of authenticated relics for select Topps trading cards.

Overview

  • Topps announced James will debut the special patch tonight against the Kings in Sacramento, where he began his NBA career in 2003.
  • ESPN reports he is expected to keep the patch on his jersey for the remainder of the regular season.
  • After each game, the patch will be removed, dated and authenticated, with select pieces inserted into ultra-rare Topps cards.
  • The patch sits on the upper-right chest and features a chalk-toss silhouette, three team-color stripes for Cleveland, Miami and the Lakers, and the number 23.
  • The program commemorates James’ NBA-record 23rd season at age 41, following his seasons-played mark set in November.