00:01 - Introduction to Michael Jordan Card Data 🏀

• Introduction of Jeff Henderson as a guest to discuss Michael Jordan basketball cards.
• Topics: Most graded cards in the last year and cards with the largest drop in PSA 10 percentages.

01:00 - Michael Jordan Hierarchy Project 📊

• Description of the Michael Jordan Hierarchy Project and solicitation for suggestions on cards to include.
• Focus on engagement with viewers for feedback on card selections.

03:39 - Data Analysis Overview 📈

• Jeff explains the data gathering process from PSA.
• Introduction to the focus on the top 10 most graded cards since April 2025.

06:00 - Top Graded Cards Analysis Starts 🔍

• Discussion begins with the 1987 Fleer base card, noting its grading statistics.
• Exploration of grading difficulties and its impact on market value for these cards.

11:37 - Market Trends and Insights 💹

• Examination of the 89 Fleer number 21 card's performance and increasing market value.
• Discussion on the influx of new collectors and their influence on card prices and trends.

15:15 - Card Market Insights 📈

• Discussing the visibility of Cajun clusters in the market for high turnover cards.
• Notable sales metrics: one card sold 434 times in 6 months.
• Potential for scale with Michael Jordan cards, considering profit from bulk purchases.

16:07 - Analyzing 89 Hoops All-Star Card 🔎

• Introduction to 89 Hoops All-Star #21, with a notable gem rate of 14%.
• Discussion on the mechanical differences in card manufacturing compared to the 89 Fleer, with less bleeding and issues.

19:00 - 88 Fleer Market Trends 💹

• Examining the 88 Fleer #120 card: historically low gem rate of 2.1%, currently at 0.2%.
• Speculating a value of $10,000 for a PSA 10, indicative of high appreciation over the last two years.

24:14 - Key Grading Strategies 📝

• Suggestion to grade cards that appear to be PSA 9 or 10 for potential profit.
• Highlighting the importance of centering and print quality in grading decisions.

30:00 - Collecting Advice and Trends 💡

• Discussion on why many new collectors are targeting high-pop cards, aiming for investment potential.
• Emphasis on the shift in collector preferences from rookie cards to earlier versions, despite high populations.

30:22 - Baseball Card Market Trends 📈

• Discussion on the rising value of baseball cards, particularly the 1991 Upper Deck Jordan card.
• The PSA grading impact:
  • PSA 9 can yield significant profits.
  • PSA 10 yields double the value compared to common cards like the 1990 Fleer.

31:24 - Market Caution ⚠️

• Advisement to be careful buying raw cards due to potential market shifts similar to trends observed in 2021.
• The detrimental effect of PSA delays on seller's potential gains, with reference to $100,000 losses during closed periods.

32:17 - Future Predictions for Card Valuation 🔮

• A prediction on the value of the '91 Upper Deck MJ SP1 card.
• Estimate suggests a potential drop to $600 from $1,000 in a year, influenced by macroeconomic factors and shifts in collector demand.

35:54 - Michael Jordan 623 Project 📚

• Introduction to the Michael Jordan 623 Project by Jeff Henderson.
• Subscription details for gaining access to valuable data on Jordan basketball cards, indicating a mix of free and paid content.

39:05 - Hierarchy Tracking for Collectors 📊

• Overview of a new digital dashboard for tracking Michael Jordan cards on cajuncardboard.com.
• Features include color-coded sorting, percentage tracking, and the ability to export data, enhancing the collector's experience.

45:26 - Grading Strategy for Michael Jordan Cards 🔍

• Discusses the approach for submitting Michael Jordan cards for grading.
• Proposed Method: Split 8 cards into two batches (4 best cards) to improve chances of getting a higher grade (10).
• Considers grader bias when multiple cards of the same type are submitted.

48:38 - Comparison of 1996 Top Seasons' Best Cards 📊

• Introduction of the Topps In Fuego cards.
• Highlights aesthetic differences between Topps In Fuego and Topps Chrome In Fuego.
• Noted the decline in PSA 10 grading percentage from 14% to 2.9%.

50:54 - Value of 1994 SP Championship Playoff Heroes 💵

• Discusses card grading statistics and market value.
• Mentions the spike and decline in grading success rates: from 57% to 46%.
• Emphasizes searching for raw cards below $100 to maximize investment potential.

55:01 - Trends in Michael Jordan Card Collecting 🏀

• Highlights various card grades and values amidst fluctuating market conditions.
• Notes that PSA 10 grading for certain cards has seen a significant drop.
• Emphasizes the importance of finding high-quality raw cards.

1:00:00 - Challenges of Card Preservation 🛡️

• Discusses the impact of darker edges and corners on card grading.
• Provides insights on overall best practices for maintaining card quality to maximize preservation and value.
• Stresses the necessity of vigilance during the grading process to avoid compromised values.

1:00:27 - Closing Thoughts on Card Collecting 🎉

• Discussion on gem rates of cards, highlighting the correlation with collectability.
• Emphasis on the value of having expert insights: "pay the man for the work he's putting in."

1:01:00 - Subscription Recommendation 💡

• Strong recommendation to subscribe to Substack for valuable insights in the hobby.
• Compared the cost to a latte per month, indicating it's worth the investment for collectors.

1:01:30 - Collecting Perspectives 📈

• Conversation about the joy in collecting, regardless of the value of individual cards.
• Affirmation that base cards carry their significance in the hobby, catering to all types of collectors.

1:02:55 - Upcoming Insights 🔍

• Tease of a future segment discussing buy ratings based on data from gem rates and pop counts.
• Mention of personal experiences with collecting and a commitment to deliver more insights in the next video.

1:03:55 - Final Words 🤝

• Acknowledgment for viewers to stay engaged and positive in the hobby.
• Encouragement to hit the notification bell for updates on new content related to card investing and collecting.