LaMelo Ball
2021 Panini Contenders Optic · #59 · 2021
LaMelo Ball prices by grade
| Grade | Value | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5.19 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| PSA 9 | $22.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
| Grade 9.5 | $24.00 | Buy on eBay ↗ |
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The 2021 Panini Contenders Optic LaMelo Ball #59 is a Basketball card (Red parallel) released in 2021. In ungraded condition it carries an estimated value of about $5.19, with professionally graded copies commanding more.
Grading has a major impact on value: an ungraded copy is worth around $5.19 and a PSA 9 around $22.00.
Compare every grade in the price table above and tap through to active eBay listings. Add LaMelo Ball to your Ripbin locker to watch its value over time.
Market context
As a recent release, this card's market is still finding its level — prices move with the player's performance, grading population growth, and overall hobby demand.
The basketball card market rewards star power — top players' cards consistently outperform the broader market.
Is it worth grading?
The spread between raw ($5.19) and top-graded ($22.00) copies is fairly tight, so grading this card only makes financial sense for truly flawless copies — or for collectors who simply prefer slabbed cards for protection and display.
When choosing a grader, PSA slabs typically resell fastest, BGS rewards truly pristine copies, and SGC/CGC offer faster turnarounds — compare each label's value in the grade table above.
Smart buying guide
The fastest way to gauge the real market for this card is to scan the live eBay listings above: look at the spread between auction and Buy-It-Now prices, and check sold history before paying top dollar.
If you own this card, scan it with Ripbin to add it to your locker — you'll see its value tracked over time, and other collectors can discover it and send bids.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is the 2021 Panini Contenders Optic LaMelo Ball #59 worth?
- An ungraded LaMelo Ball #59 is worth approximately $5.19. Values change with the market — check the live eBay listings for current pricing.
- Is the LaMelo Ball #59 worth grading?
- Usually only for flawless copies: the spread between raw ($5.19) and graded ($22.00) is modest, so grading mainly adds protection and authenticity rather than profit.
- Where can I buy the LaMelo Ball #59 card?
- LaMelo Ball 2021 Panini Contenders Optic cards are available on eBay — use the grade-specific links above to find current listings, or browse the live listings carousel on this page.
- What affects the value of the LaMelo Ball #59?
- Condition and grade matter most, followed by the player's performance and career trajectory. Parallel versions, print runs, and overall hobby demand also move the price.