Posts Tagged ‘basketball cards’
2012 Prizm Basketball Cards – A Complete Guide
Introduction: When Panini Dropped the Hobby’s Mic Imagine being a collector in 2012. The NBA is stacked with talent. We’ve got LeBron deep in his Miami Heat reign, Kobe still putting on Mamba clinics, and a rookie class that looks like it was handpicked by the cardboard gods: Anthony Davis, Damian Lillard, Kawhi Leonard, Kyrie…
Read More2003 Upper Deck Exquisite Basketball: Collector’s Holy Grail
Intro: When Card Collecting Went Luxe If trading cards were luxury cars, 2003 Exquisite would be a blacked-out Rolls-Royce Phantom—sumptuous, rare, and leaving the rest of the hobby in its dust. Debuting in the 2003–04 season, Upper Deck went all-in on premium. These cards came in wooden boxes, just five cards each, with serial numbering,…
Read MoreComplete Collectors Guide to 1984 Star Basketball Cards 🏀
🌌 The Hobby Context – Why Star Company Even Happened Alright, picture this: It’s the early 80s. Topps, who had been producing NBA cards for years, taps out after 1981–82. No more Bird, Magic, Dr. J, or rookies in packs. For three long seasons (’82–83, ’83–84, and ’84–85), there’s no licensed NBA trading card product…
Read MoreComplete Guide to 1980s Michael Jordan Cards
The Ultimate 1980s Michael Jordan Card Guide — From True Rookies to Weird Oddballs Alright hobby fam, let’s talk about His Airness — Michael Jeffrey Jordan — the GOAT, the guy who made basketball cool worldwide, and the man who has somehow convinced generations of collectors to mortgage a kidney for cardboard with his face…
Read MoreThe SHOCKING Truth Why the Sports Card Market is SURGING
The sports card market is booming in 2025 for a mix of powerful reasons — blending new talent, innovation, culture, and investment. Here’s why it’s so busy right now: 🔥 1. Rookie Class Firepower 2025 is STACKED with exciting rookies across every major sport: Victor Wembanyama (NBA) – Already a global icon and hobby grail.…
Read MoreThe Card Hobby is SOLD OUT.
Sports card stores and shows are selling out faster than ever in many areas, and here’s why that’s happening: 🔥 1. Strong Demand from Both Collectors and Investors New collectors (especially younger and casual fans) are entering the hobby thanks to influencers, YouTube, TikTok, and Whatnot. Investors and flippers are buying up inventory early, hoping…
Read MoreWemby Card Prices in Trouble. Flight to Jordan/Kobe/Lebron Cards?
Click Here for Wemby Rookie Cards on Ebay Click Here for Wemby Rookie Cards on Ebay Victor Wembanyama is a French professional basketball player who is widely regarded as one of the most exciting prospects in NBA history. Standing at 7’4″ (2.24m) with an 8-foot wingspan, he possesses a rare combination of size,…
Read More2024 Select WNBA Cards Unleash Caitlin Clark
Caitlin Clark has changed the way fans view the WNBA, as well as women’s basketball cards. The first year of Select WNBA has a fairly limited print run than expected, and great eye appeal. The 2024 Panini Select WNBA Basketball set is a significant release, marking the debut of the Select brand in…
Read MoreHow are you going ‘to hobby’ in 2024?
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Read MoreBrace Yourself: Inscription Auto Cards are the Future
Autographed sports cards are popular among collectors for several reasons, and their appeal lies in the combination of factors that enhance their uniqueness and value. Here are some reasons why autographed sports cards are highly sought after: Player’s Signature Adds Value: The autograph of a prominent athlete adds a personal touch to the card, making…
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