Coach Of The Year Card Appraisal

1990-91 NBA Hoops Pat Riley 'Coach of the Year' Los Angeles Lakers Trading Card

This item is a 1990-91 NBA Hoops basketball trading card featuring Pat Riley, identified as 'Coach' from the Los Angeles Lakers. The card prominently displays an image of Pat Riley in a suit, seemingly mid-action or addressing someone, with a hand raised. His name 'PAT RILEY' is printed in purple text at the top left, with 'Coach' below it in smaller font. A notable feature is the yellow square graphic in the upper right corner with the text 'COACH OF THE YEAR' in black, indicating a specific honor or recognition for the depicted individual. The bottom of the card is dominated by a purple band with 'NBAHOOPS.' in white text on the left and the distinct 'Los Angeles LAKERS' logo, featuring a yellow basketball with 'LAKERS' in purple and 'LOS ANGELES' in smaller white text, on the right. The card's design includes a grey border surrounding the central image. The visible edges suggest a standard trading card size, likely around 2.5 by 3.5 inches. The card appears to be encased in a clear plastic sleeve or protector, which shows some wear, including scuffs and potential dust or debris trapped within, particularly noticeable along the top and right edges. The corners of the card itself, as visible through the protector, appear relatively sharp, although the plastic makes a precise assessment difficult. There are no clear markings of the manufacturer beyond the 'NBAHOOPS' branding which identifies the set. Given the '1990-91' designation typical for NBA Hoops, the card dates to the early 1990s. The overall condition, while protected, shows signs of handling on the protector, but the card itself seems to be in good, well-preserved condition, suggesting careful storage.