Two basketball legends, one celebrated comic-book artist, and a wonderfully imaginative piece of 1990s collecting history.
Bring together basketball and comic-book collecting with this 1992–93 Upper Deck FaniMation #510 Michael Jordan and Larry Bird trading card, featuring superhero-inspired artwork credited to acclaimed comic-book artist Jim Lee.
The card reimagines Jordan and Bird as larger-than-life action characters in a colorful fantasy setting. Bold orange, purple, and black artwork fills the front, with the two basketball stars portrayed in futuristic costumes amid dramatic comic-book scenery.
The distinctive illustration, energetic composition, and Upper Deck FaniMation branding capture the creative experimentation of early-1990s basketball cards.
About Michael Jordan & Larry Bird
Michael Jordan and Larry Bird were two of the defining figures of modern professional basketball.
Jordan became a six-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls, earning five regular-season MVP Awards and establishing himself as one of the most recognizable athletes in the world.
Bird spent his entire NBA playing career with the Boston Celtics, winning three NBA championships and three consecutive regular-season MVP Awards from 1984 through 1986.
Their careers helped shape an extraordinary period in NBA history, making collectibles featuring both players especially appealing to fans of classic basketball.
About Jim Lee
Jim Lee is a celebrated comic-book artist known for his dynamic illustrations, detailed character designs, and influential work in superhero comics.
His career includes major contributions to Marvel's X-Men and DC Comics, and he became one of the defining artists of the early-1990s comic-book boom.
His distinctive illustration style brings an unmistakable comic-book personality to this FaniMation collectible.
About 1992–93 Upper Deck FaniMation
Upper Deck's FaniMation cards brought professional basketball into the imaginative world of superhero comics.
The series features NBA stars transformed into fictional action characters, with colorful illustrations, fantasy settings, and character descriptions on the reverse.
This #510 Michael Jordan and Larry Bird card features artwork credited to Jim Lee, combining two basketball icons with the visual storytelling of classic superhero comics.
Its appeal extends beyond traditional sports-card collecting to enthusiasts of comic-book illustration, 1990s pop culture, and unusual crossover memorabilia.
Card Details
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Featured Players: Michael Jordan and Larry Bird
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Teams: Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics
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Season: 1992–93
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Manufacturer: Upper Deck
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Set: Upper Deck Basketball High Series
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Subset: FaniMation
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Card Number: 510
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Artist: Jim Lee
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Card Type: Illustrated Base-Set Subset Card
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Theme: Basketball / Superhero Comics
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Sport: Basketball / NBA
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Condition: Ungraded
Condition & Photography
This is an original, ungraded Upper Deck basketball trading card, photographed in a protective holder.
The photographs show the illustrated front, artwork details, and printed reverse. Please review all photographs carefully to evaluate the corners, edges, surface, centering, and overall condition.
No professional numerical condition grade is represented or guaranteed.
An appealing addition to a Michael Jordan collection, a Larry Bird assortment, or a collection celebrating Jim Lee's comic-book artwork and the imaginative sports-card designs of the early 1990s.
You will receive the exact card pictured.