1986-87 Fleer #49 Jay Humphries
1986-87 Fleer #49 Jay Humphries
About Jay Humphries
Born John Jay Humphries in Los Angeles, this 6'3" guard starred at the University of Colorado, where he led the nation in steals as a sophomore (4.1 per game in 1982-83) and graduated as the Buffaloes' all-time leader in assists and steals, honors that later earned him a spot in the CU Athletic Hall of Fame (2017). The Phoenix Suns took him 13th overall in the 1984 NBA Draft, and he played 11 seasons (1984-1995) as a point/shooting guard for the Suns, Milwaukee Bucks, Utah Jazz, and Boston Celtics. A steady playmaker, he set the Suns' single-season franchise assist record with 632 in 1986-87 and averaged 11.1 points and 5.5 assists per game for his career. He never made an All-Star team, but reached the 1994 Western Conference Finals with Utah. This is his rookie card; the nameplate reads "Jay Humphries," short for his birth name John Jay Humphries.
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About this card
The 1986-87 Fleer Jay Humphries is card #49 in Fleer's landmark 'Premier' issue - the first nationally-distributed NBA set since 1981-82 Topps and, for many collectors, the start of the modern era of basketball cards. Because of the multi-year gap, it is the recognized Rookie Card for Jay Humphries. He is pictured with the Phoenix Suns.
Graded population (PSA & SGC)
| Grader | Total | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 1-6 | Auth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSA | 2,708 | 149 | 931 | 1,107 | 330 | 191 | 0 |
| SGC | 154 | 5 | 47 | 63 | 24 | 15 | 0 |
Graded population — a scarcity guide, not a price. Snapshot 2026-06-26. Half-grades fold down (8.5→8).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 1986-87 Fleer Jay Humphries card?
It is card #49 of 132 in the 1986-87 Fleer Basketball set - Fleer's 'Premier' issue and the first nationally-distributed NBA set since 1981-82 Topps. It pictures the Phoenix Suns Jay Humphries, and is his recognized rookie card.
Is the 1986-87 Fleer Jay Humphries his rookie card?
Yes - the hobby treats 1986-87 Fleer as the Rookie Card for any player whose first nationally-distributed (pack-issued) card it is. Jay Humphries had no Topps card before the set, so this is his recognized RC. (Limited-distribution Star Company cards from 1983-86 are classed as Extended Rookie Cards.)
Is the 1986-87 Fleer Jay Humphries valuable?
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Sources: the Trading Card Database, Basketball-Reference, and PSA & SGC population reports. Card data & population compiled and maintained by T206Cards.com. Page last updated 2026-07-01.