Hobby boxes will be here in February but there's a new twist for one of the hobby's increasingly popular basketball issues. There's a 2019-20 Donruss Optic basketball factory set in the works, with some exclusive content. Panini America has partnered with Fanatics for the set, which won't differ much from the standard Optic base set, offering the same 200 cards (150 … [Read more...]
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2019-20 Donruss Optic Basketball Preview, Checklist
Panini will once again put a shiny touch on its flagship basketball brand this season. They’ll roll out the 2019-20 edition of Donruss Optic basketball in mid-winter, highlighted by on-card rookie autographs. 2019-20 Donruss Optic Configuration and Base Set Info If you’re not aware, Donruss Optic is the higher-end version of Donruss with a chromium-style card … [Read more...]
2019-20 Panini Chronicles Basketball Preview
2019-20 Panini Chronicles Basketball returns July 31 with its unique mashup of Panini brands that don't have their own NBA line along along with some "update" cards from brands that do. 2019-20 Chronicles Basketball Configuration Each box will include six packs with eight cards per pack. Each case will have 12 boxes. Expect to find two autographs per … [Read more...]
Notes: Hoop Hall Plaques Up for Auction; FOTL Optic; Zion Jersey Update; USA Hockey Jersey Auction
As part of Goldin Auctions' partnership with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the original official Hall of Fame portraits that were formerly on display at the dome-shaped exhibition hall since as early as 2002 are now up for auction. The space around the third floor of the dome where the original portraits were displayed had been used up and the Class of … [Read more...]
Sports Card Release Calendar 7/22/20 – 7/31/20
No games just yet, but the sports card products continue to roll out. Baseball, football, basketball and hockey releases are set to arrive over the last ten days of July. Here's a roundup of what's hitting the market and when. Topps Sterling Baseball (7/22) Back after a ten-year hiatus and not to be confused with the Bowman issue, … [Read more...]
What’s Hot: What Isn’t? Shop Still Buzzing with Business
I'm starting this at 2 AM or so and I'm enjoying the background noise from the classic Harley Davidson & The Marlboro Man as I relive some of my early 90's viewing habit. Since I work at my shop from 10 - 6 and then spend 9 PM - 1 AM back at the store cleaning up, prepping for tomorrow and trying to find product my collectors are looking for at something resembling a … [Read more...]
Zion Williamson Rookie Card Auction Tracker
The most intriguing young player to enter the NBA in years is already responsible for a massive amount of interest in the newest basketball card releases. Zion Williamson rookie cards--especially those with low serial numbers and/or autographs, are already bringing strong prices even before the league's number one draft pick played in a regular season game. Most … [Read more...]
What’s Hot: It’s a Baseball, Basketball…Heck, Everything’s Hot World
I'm just chilling after the Nuggets dropped a game at home against the Warriors. It is a little more frustrating since they were favored by 15 or so points. I'm not angry, but it reminded me that there are no sure things in life. Well, perhaps no sure things other than the constant interest in any 2019-20 basketball releases thanks to Mr. Zion, Mr. Ja and a … [Read more...]
Sports Card Release Calendar 3/4/20 – 3/17/20
You want products to open? You'll have plenty of options during the next couple of weeks. An array of new sports card releases are lined up on the runway, from every sport. Look for all of them to hit just a week apart. Here's a look at what to expect: 3/4/20 2o19-20 Panini Select Basketball: 12 packs per box. 5 cards per pack with three … [Read more...]
Editor’s Blog: Shows Provide More Evidence of Sports Card Market Strength
There was a time several years ago when card shows were said to be dying. “Everyone’s buying online,” they said. “The interest isn’t that great and no one feels the need to get up and drive somewhere to look at cards. It's a hassle." It’s safe to say things have changed. Yes, buying and selling online is the preferred method for many, but the good old fashioned show … [Read more...]