It may be hard for today’s fans to understand in a world where every great college player has a lengthy highlight reel but there was still a bit of a mystery surrounding the NBA’s most anticipated prospect back in 1970. Only a few of his college games had been televised nationally. Pro scouts could only guess as to his impact on the league. The interest and value of … [Read more...]
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DeMarcus Cousins a Worthwhile Investment?
He’s among the NBA leaders in scoring and rebounding but that doesn't mean basketball cards of DeMarcus Cousins are priced at a similar level. Collectors who want cards of one of the NBA's most dominating players—and a potential future Hall of Famer-- can find plenty of them for much less than you might expect. Cousins and the Sacramento Kings have struggled and his … [Read more...]
5 Underrated Old Basketball Card Sets
While many collectors chase the most valuable old basketball card sets like the original Bowman, 1957 Topps or 1961 Fleer, there are many other issues to consider. And maybe it’s time we redefined the word “old” because the 80s were a long time ago now and that’s where some value-packed sets reside. The interest in iconic and memorable players from the 1980s and 90s … [Read more...]
Vintage Cards Set Records in Memory Lane Auction
The hobby’s first major catalog auction of 2015 came to a close early Sunday when. Memory Lane’s Past and Present auction closed with hundreds of top end sports cards and collectibles changing hands. Among the headline items was a 1933 DeLong Gum Lou Gehrig, graded PSA 8, which sold for a record-setting $45,410. Post-War vintage cards of Hall of Famers can be … [Read more...]
Cheap Basketball Card Sets Past and Present
Card collecting always evolves. Every generation has a different way of determining which cards are the ones to have. In the past, nothing was as exceptional as a complete set. But times have changed, and as collectors focus on rarer inserts it leaves many unwanted common cards. That can provide an opportunity for collectors who aren’t hung up on the … [Read more...]
Ramblings: This Card is More Important Than You Think It Is
In reporting, sometimes the real story is buried well under the lead. When one looks back at sports cards in the rearview mirror, the original importance of some cards evolves to a whole new meaning. One of these cards which has gone through this type of evolution is the 1989 Hoops David Robinson. When this card was first released in packs, it seemed as is every customer … [Read more...]
Tim Duncan Basketball Cards Steady as He Is
When Tim Duncan is compared to the best centers to ever play in the NBA he is usually ranked close to the top. When Duncan is compared to the best power forwards of all time he is often judged to be at the very top of the list. Collectors can compare Tim Duncan basketball cards with his contemporaries in the paint and Duncan nearly always wins due to his championships, … [Read more...]
Blake Griffin Cards Ready to Explode?
While it may be true that some highlight-worthy dunks can push a player to stardom, not every slam artist becomes Hall of Fame worthy. It takes a well-rounded skill set, the ability to stand out when the game is on the line and a deep playoff run or two. A power forward for the Los Angeles Clippers has never been a collecting force before but the best Blake Griffin cards … [Read more...]
eBay Card of the Day: 2007-08 Exquisite Durant Auto Patch Rookie
There comes a time, especially in the NBA, when the changing of the guard to the new best player in the league occurs. We are currently in the midst of such a time as the great Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder makes his case for MVP. He is considered to be virtually unstoppable on the court and at the age of 25 he still has room to improve various parts of his … [Read more...]
eBay Card of the Day: Done With Hoops, T-Mac Tries the Mound
When the great basketball star Tracy McGrady recently concluded his NBA career by sitting deep on the Spurs bench and hoping to earn his first NBA ring, little did we suspect that less than one year later T-Mac would be attempting to begin a baseball career in an independent league by pitching for Sugar Land Skeeters of the independent Atlantic League. If you have heard of … [Read more...]
