Not that long ago, Jimmy Butler rookie cards weren't exactly a hot commodity. Despite a long career, his autographed rookie cards were being sold for far less than those of some unproven draft picks. The Miami Heat decided he just needed a jump start. Their move to acquire the enthusiastic veteran has proven to be one of the shrewdest in recent hoop history and … [Read more...]
Hottest Isaiah Thomas Rookie Cards
It took five years and a third team but one of the NBA's smallest players is now unquestionably an international star. It's taken some tragedy, too, for the world to get to know him but Isaiah Thomas is getting some love--and his rookie cards are too. No, Not That Isaiah Thomas A new generation of NBA fans has no memory of the Hall of Fame playing career of … [Read more...]
Draymond Green Rookie Cards Rise with Warriors’ Success
He may not get as many headlines as the guy with back-to-back NBA Most Valuable Player Award (including the league's first unanimous selection) but Draymond Green rookie cards are building a strong following in their own right. Green is a four-year NBA veteran and has been a starter for the past two seasons. This year, he set new career-highs for points (14.0), rebounds … [Read more...]
2012-13 Panini Momentum Basketball Will Pack Multiple Autos at $200 Price Tag
Panini America announced Monday that it would be offering a $200 per pack basketball product that promises five autographs in every 15-card pack. 2012-13 Panini Momentum Basketball is set to hit shelves at the end of the NBA regular season. Momentum debuted as a football brand this year and the company says while the basketball issue will be similar in design, the five auto … [Read more...]