This Gold Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Rookie Patch Auto, with its PSA 10 grade, stands as one of the finest examples of SGA’s quickly ascending card #121 from the 2018 National Treasures checklist. A parallel of the base /99 RPA, Gold editions were limited to just 10 examples. This is only one of two of those 10 to earn a PSA 10 condition grade, with the other also featuring a PSA autograph assessment.
Time will tell if SGA wins MVP. But the leader of the exciting up-and-coming Oklahoma City Thunder has positioned himself as the overwhelming favorite for the award. And it’s easy to see why. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has blossomed into one of the best players in the league, leading the NBA in scoring and guiding OKC to a commanding lead in the stacked Western Conference. After a second-place MVP finish last season and a fifth-place finish two seasons ago, the electric guard’s best cards have become highly sought after. And taking home the league’s top individual prize this season will further solidify his status as a top-tier target.
This stunning offering stamped 08/10 showcases SGA at full stretch, ready to lay the ball into the hoop for yet another two points. Gilgeous-Alexander showed some great potential in his rookie season with the Clippers. But few could have imagined he would blossom into a leading MVP candidate and the leader of one of the favorites for the NBA title. And if he adds either of those pieces of hardware to his resume, cards such as this Gem Mint RPA could take on even greater importance.
As one of the greatest examples of one of SGA’s most significant cards, this Gold giant will tower over many others during this month’s Premier Auction, much like Gilgeous-Alexander and his Thunder teammates do on the court.
The certification number on this card has been checked against the third-party grader's online database and is active as of 04/09/2025.