Before the tattoos, before the headlines, before the wedding dress and global diplomacy—there was a cardboard rectangle. A 1988 Fleer rookie card that captured Dennis Rodman right before he exploded into one of the most chaotic, captivating forces the NBA has ever seen.

In this deep-dive episode of Cardboard Credentials, we follow Rodman’s journey from invisible janitor to Hall of Famer. From rebounding king to cultural icon. From lost to legendary. Through heartbreak, defiance, and redemption, this is the raw, untold story behind one of basketball’s most misunderstood legends—told through the lens of a single rookie card.

5 Rings. 7 Rebounding Titles. 1 Unforgettable Life.

Every card has a story.