NBA Player Number 9 (nba042) Quick Facts
| BrickLink ID | nba042 |
| Theme | Sports |
| Year Released | 2003 |
| Average Price (Used) | $1.94 |
| Average Price (New) | $2.57 |
| Price Range | $1.04 – $5.81 |
| Parts | 3 |
| Found In | 3 sets |
About NBA Player, Number 9
The LEGO NBA Player Number 9 (nba042) is a Sports minifigure worth $1.94 on average, released in 2003 and found in 3 sets. It has 3 individual parts. The Sports theme average is $4.22, making this figure below average for its theme.
NBA Player, Number 9 (nba042) is a common Sports minifigure, averaging $1.94 on BrickLink. At this price point it's usually not worth listing individually — bundle it with other Sports figures or include it in a themed minifig lot to move it. The value is in volume, not the single sale.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $2.57 vs $1.94 used — a 32% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- Only 3 parts — quick to assemble and verify completeness. Make sure all pieces are present before listing, especially any printed or unique elements.
- At this price point, list on BrickLink with other Sports figures to save on shipping and attract buyers building out their collection. Individual listings at low prices rarely justify the packaging time.
Parts in NBA Player, Number 9 (3)
Sets containing NBA Player, Number 9 (3)
Common questions about NBA Player, Number 9
How much is LEGO nba042 (NBA Player, Number 9) worth in 2026?
The LEGO NBA Player, Number 9 (nba042) is worth $1.94 used and $2.57 new/sealed on average, based on BrickLink sales data from the last 6 months. Prices range from $1.04 to $5.81 depending on condition. This is below the Sports average of $4.22, making it one of the more affordable figures in the theme. Completeness (all accessories included) and print condition are the biggest factors affecting price.
What sets include the NBA Player, Number 9 minifigure?
NBA Player, Number 9 appears in 3 sets: Spin & Shoot (3430-1, ~$20.69), NBA Challenge (3432-1, ~$215.93), NBA Jam Session Co-Pack (3440-1).
How do I identify NBA Player, Number 9?
Look for the BrickLink ID nba042 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. NBA Player, Number 9 is made up of 3 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
What's the best way to sell NBA Player, Number 9?
At this price point, the most efficient approach is to bundle it with other Sports minifigures in a lot rather than listing individually. On BrickLink, you can list it as part of a themed minifig bundle. On eBay or Mercari, a "LEGO Sports Minifigure Lot" listing with 5-10 figures will move faster and earn more than individual sales.