Lakers' LeBron James Reacts to Price of His Most Expensive NBA Rookie Card in Video

LeBron James recently found out about the price of his most expensive trading card sold.

The Los Angeles Lakers star had a playful response after he was informed that his rookie card sold for $5.2 million in 2021.

"Might need to go into that vault," James joked.

In April 2021, a 2003-04 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection RPA parallel LeBron James card sold for $5.2 million with PWCC Marketplace. The card was just one of 23 and contained James' signature as well as a piece of a jersey that he wore during his rookie season.

James exceeded expectations during his inaugural 2003-04 season, averaging 20.9 points and 5.9 assists to go along with 5.5 rebounds per game. He ended up taking home Rookie of the Year honors.

It marked the start of an illustrious career that eventually contained 21 All-Star nods, four MVP awards, four championships and four Finals MVP awards.

James has only made six appearances this season due to sciatica on his right side, recording 14.0 points and 7.8 assists in 32.8 minutes per game on 41.3/25.9/55.0 shooting splits.