Upper Deck's 1998 Collector's Choice NBA Final Shots set captured basketball's defining moments with striking photography and innovative design. Released during the height of Jordan's career, the set commemorated iconic playoff performances and clutch moments. This was the late nineties golden age of trading cards, when Upper Deck dominated the market with premium releases that collectors eagerly pursued. Card #1 features Jordan in his element during the Finals, the subject every collector wanted first in the set. The photography and design work combine to create a striking portrait of basketball's greatest player at a pivotal moment in his career. This is the card that anchors the set for most collectors.