1948 Bowman #10 Bob Davies PSA 9

1948 Bowman #10 Bob Davies PSA 9 – An NBA Trailblazer Rookie Card with Only 2 Graded Higher

Bob Davies was a pioneer of professional basketball, a player whose court vision, ball-handling, and leadership helped shape the modern game. As one of the first true playmaking guards, Davies brought an up-tempo style that set the foundation for what we now recognize as the fast break offense. His impact was immediate—leading the Rochester Royals to the 1951 NBA Championship while earning four All-NBA selections and a place among the league’s earliest superstars. Known for his exceptional passing, scoring ability, and relentless competitiveness, Davies’ contributions to basketball history were immortalized when he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1970.

This 1948 Bowman #10 Bob Davies is a stunning PSA 9 example, making it one of the highest-graded known copies of his highly sought-after rookie card. The 1948 Bowman basketball set is the first major basketball card set ever produced, making it an essential piece of the hobby’s history. This particular card boasts sharp centering, rich color contrast, and outstanding detail, while the corners remain razor-sharp and the surface is exceptionally well-preserved, a rarity for a card from this era.

For collectors of Basketball Hall of Famers, early NBA history, or ultra-high-grade vintage cards, this Bob Davies PSA 9 is a remarkable find. As one of the key rookie cards from the first-ever basketball card set, it serves as a lasting tribute to a player who helped shape the game as we know it today.