1992 Upper Deck Trade Card #1B Shaquille O’Neal PSA 9

1992 Upper Deck Trade Card #1B Shaquille O’Neal PSA 9 – A Unique Rookie Redemption of the Greatest Big Man

Before he ever played an NBA game, Shaquille O’Neal was already a larger-than-life figure. Drafted No. 1 overall in 1992, the 7'1" phenom from LSU was expected to change the game—and he did just that. In his rookie season with the Orlando Magic, Shaq averaged 23.4 points, 13.9 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks per game, earning Rookie of the Year honors and captivating fans with his explosive dunks and dominant presence in the paint. His rookie cards quickly became some of the most coveted of the era.

This 1992 Upper Deck Trade Card #1B is a bit different from traditional rookie cards—it was part of a redemption program where collectors who pulled this card could mail it in to receive Shaq’s official rookie (#1A). However, many collectors chose to keep the #1B Trade Card, making it a unique and desirable piece in its own right, especially as fewer copies survived in top condition. This PSA 9 example features sharp centering, vibrant colors, and clean edges, offering a nearly pristine version of this hobby oddity.