Sue Bird

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 7/10

Holds value around $250 high due to Bird's Hall of Fame trajectory, but WNBA market growth is steady without explosive hype.

Next months. Stable with minor fluctuations; graded copies hold $150-250.

Long term. Rising potential to $300+ if Bird enters Hall of Fame and WNBA popularity continues.

History

Sue Bird is a legendary WNBA point guard for the Seattle Storm, drafted first overall in 2002 from UConn, with 4 championships, 4 Finals MVPs, 5 Olympic golds, and career records in assists and steals, retiring in 2022 as one of the greatest players in league history.[1][2]

First released on December 2, 2022, via Panini Direct Store as part of the 2022 Panini Revolution WNBA set.[5]

• Sue Bird's Supernova #14 is a parallel featuring a Galactic variant tracked at high value.[1][2]
• One of 31 Sue Bird card variations in the 2022 Revolution WNBA set.[2]
• Card honors her retirement year and Seattle Storm legacy.[1]

Rarity and print run

Tier

Ultra Rare

Print run

Low

First printed in

2022 Panini Revolution WNBA

Demand

Medium

Supply

Scarce

• Supernova parallel with premium Galactic foil treatment.[1][2]
• Limited to 2022 Revolution WNBA base production with low parallel odds.[5]
• Retirement card timing boosts chase factor.

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues on the fractal or galactic foil patterns, edge chipping on shiny Supernova surfaces, surface scratches from foil wear, and print defects common in Panini parallels.

Storage. Store in semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation; use card savers for ungraded copies.

Authenticity. Verify Panini hologram and copyright on back; compare foil quality and numbering to authentic sales images; avoid deals too good to be true for Supernova tier; graded/graded grading recommended for high value.